5.1 - Degrees of Freedom (DOF)
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Practice Questions
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What is the definition of Degrees of Freedom (DOF)?
💡 Hint: Think about how many ways a structure can move.
List the two primary types of Degrees of Freedom.
💡 Hint: Consider movement along axes and around axes.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does Degrees of Freedom (DOF) refer to in structural analysis?
💡 Hint: Focus on understanding how we describe motion.
True or False: Rotational DOFs only apply to structures that twist.
💡 Hint: Think about rotation in general.
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Consider a multi-story building with irregular shapes. Discuss the factors you would consider to determine its Degrees of Freedom.
💡 Hint: Think about how each floor may behave differently.
Explain how the coupling of DOFs could influence the design of a multi-storey building in an earthquake-prone area.
💡 Hint: Consider structural integrity and stability.
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