4.2.2 - Characteristics
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Define dynamic excitation.
💡 Hint: Think of forces that change rapidly.
What role does inertia play in dynamic excitation?
💡 Hint: What happens when something is moving quickly?
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What is dynamic excitation?
💡 Hint: Consider the forces acting during an earthquake.
True or False: Inertia effects are negligible during dynamic excitation.
💡 Hint: Think about how a moving object behaves.
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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.
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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