1.2 - Guidelines for Earthquake Resistant Design
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Practice Questions
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What is one reason to avoid asymmetrical building forms?
💡 Hint: Think about the effects of uneven force distribution.
What does the height-to-breadth ratio need to be for stability?
💡 Hint: Recall the ratio mentioned that ensures good stability.
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What should the height-to-breadth ratio of buildings be for earthquake resistance?
💡 Hint: Think about the limits discussed earlier in design principles.
True or False: Asymmetrical building forms can enhance earthquake stability.
💡 Hint: Consider how forces distribute across different shapes.
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Challenge Problems
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Design an earthquake-resistant building that meets local regulations, ensuring it adheres to guidelines for site selection, dimensions, and materials.
💡 Hint: Think back to all criteria discussed in class.
Evaluate a hypothetical building with a height-to-breadth ratio of 6 and irregular shapes. Discuss the implications on earthquake resistance.
💡 Hint: Refer to the calculations of height and breadth discussed in this section.
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