5.1.1 - Definition
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What is a degree of freedom in structural engineering?
💡 Hint: Think about it in the context of movement.
Name one type of degree of freedom.
💡 Hint: Consider directional movement.
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What does a degree of freedom (DOF) represent in structural engineering?
💡 Hint: Think about the terminology used for movements.
Degrees of freedom can be categorized into which types?
💡 Hint: Recall the definitions we discussed.
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Given a structural system with multiple components, identify and classify all types of degrees of freedom it possesses. Consider its potential movements during earthquake loads.
💡 Hint: Visualize how each section behaves under load.
How would increasing the number of degrees of freedom in a structure affect its response during seismic activity? Discuss implications for design.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationships between different motions.
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