2.2.3.3 - Hysteretic Damping
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Define hysteretic damping in your own words.
💡 Hint: Consider how materials behave under stress.
What is an example of a material that exhibits hysteretic damping?
💡 Hint: Think about materials used in earthquake-resistant design.
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What is hysteretic damping?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials behave under repeated stress.
True or False: Hysteretic damping leads to an increase in displacement during seismic events.
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of energy dissipation on movement.
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Evaluate the impact of hysteretic damping on the structural integrity of a reinforced concrete building subjected to cyclic loading during an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Consider scenarios with and without hysteretic damping.
Compare and contrast the effects of hysteretic damping and viscous damping on structural performance.
💡 Hint: Think about how each damping type benefits structures differently.
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