2.9.1 - Nonlinearity of Real Damping Behavior
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What is linear viscous damping?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens with velocity in dynamic systems.
Why is real damping behavior important in earthquake engineering?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when buildings shake during an earthquake.
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What is a primary limitation of linear damping models?
💡 Hint: Consider how materials behave differently during strong loads.
True or False: Stiffness degradation only occurs in metal structures.
💡 Hint: Think about the types of materials used in buildings.
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Evaluate a case study where linear damping assumptions led to structural failure during an earthquake. Identify potential improvements in modeling methods.
💡 Hint: Check existing literature for documented failures.
Design an experiment to measure the nonlinearity in damping for a particular material. Outline the steps and objectives.
💡 Hint: Think about how different loading rates impact your material choice.
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