2.7.3 - Viscous and Hysteretic Dampers
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What is the main function of viscous dampers?
💡 Hint: Think about how they help in motion.
Name one example of a material that can exhibit hysteretic damping.
💡 Hint: Consider common construction materials.
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What type of damping is characterized by energy absorption through inelastic deformation?
💡 Hint: Remember the material characteristics.
True or False: Viscous dampers are most effective when they function in a linear manner.
💡 Hint: Think about their proportional characteristics.
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Design a mixed-use building that incorporates both viscous and hysteretic dampers. Describe the layout of these structures and how they would interact during an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Consider the unique properties of each damper type.
Evaluate how the inclusion of dampers would change the design and material choices of a new hospital building in a seismically active region.
💡 Hint: Think about how the dampers relate to overall building safety and patient care.
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