2.2.2 - Sources of Damping in Structures
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What is material damping?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials react during stress.
Give an example of frictional damping.
💡 Hint: Consider where two materials might slide across each other.
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What type of damping refers to energy loss due to internal material friction?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials behave under stress.
True or False: Frictional damping only occurs at high stress levels.
💡 Hint: Consider the conditions under which materials slide.
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Design a simple model of a bridge that incorporates all four types of damping. Describe each and explain their role.
💡 Hint: Think about each damping type’s purpose and how they work together.
Analyze why low foundation damping in a structure built on soft soil can lead to failure during seismic events.
💡 Hint: Consider how soil properties affect energy flow.
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