Practice Characteristics - 4.2.2 | 4. Difference Between Static Forces and Dynamic Excitation | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 1
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4.2.2 - Characteristics

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define dynamic excitation.

💡 Hint: Think of forces that change rapidly.

Question 2

Easy

What role does inertia play in dynamic excitation?

💡 Hint: What happens when something is moving quickly?

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is dynamic excitation?

  • Forces that do not change
  • Forces that vary with time
  • A static load example

💡 Hint: Consider the forces acting during an earthquake.

Question 2

True or False: Inertia effects are negligible during dynamic excitation.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how a moving object behaves.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A structure experiences dynamic loading during an earthquake. Describe how you would analyze the structure's response and what factors are considered.

💡 Hint: Consider the methods discussed in class.

Question 2

Explain how resonance might affect a tall building during an earthquake and what design strategies could mitigate its effects.

💡 Hint: Think about ways to reduce motion in structures.

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