5.15 - SDOF Systems in Time History Analysis
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Practice Questions
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What is the Newmark-beta method used for?
💡 Hint: Think about analyzing how structures respond to dynamic loads.
What is a hysteresis loop?
💡 Hint: It shows energy absorption characteristics.
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What method is used for integrating equations of motion in time history analysis?
💡 Hint: It's named after a well-known engineer.
True or False: Hysteresis loops illustrate the linear behavior of materials.
💡 Hint: Think about what these loops represent.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with modeling a cantilever beam subjected to fluctuating seismic loads. Discuss how you would develop a nonlinear SDOF model using both bilinear and elasto-plastic behaviors.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of energy dissipation in your material selection.
Conduct a comparative analysis of the Newmark-beta and Wilson-θ methods for a given seismic event simulation. What factors might influence your choice?
💡 Hint: Think about the context in which each method is most relevant.
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