5.2.1 - Definition
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What is a dynamic degree of freedom?
💡 Hint: Think about how we define movement in engineering.
Can you name an example of a structure with dynamic degrees of freedom?
💡 Hint: Consider structures you see every day.
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What defines dynamic degrees of freedom in a structure?
💡 Hint: Think about what is needed to describe motion.
True or False: A cantilever beam has multiple dynamic degrees of freedom.
💡 Hint: Consider the simplicity of a cantilever beam.
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If a multi-story building has five floors, how many potential dynamic DOFs are there if each floor can sway independently?
💡 Hint: Consider that each floor contributes to the overall movement.
Discuss how the dynamic degrees of freedom change when considering a structure designed for higher seismic zones compared to standard zones.
💡 Hint: Think about safety and how structures adapt to different seismic risks.
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