Practice Deformation Patterns - 4.4.1 | 4. Difference Between Static Forces and Dynamic Excitation | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 1
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Deformation Patterns

4.4.1 - Deformation Patterns

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Question 1 Easy

Define static loading in your own words.

💡 Hint: Think about examples like a building's weight.

Question 2 Easy

What happens to a structure under dynamic loading?

💡 Hint: Consider forces that change rapidly.

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Question 1

What characteristic defines static loads?

Change over time
Remain constant
Lead to oscillation

💡 Hint: Consider how you would define static loads.

Question 2

Dynamic loading can cause which of the following?

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about what happens during an earthquake.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a scenario where a bridge designed for a static load fails during a rapid traffic surge. Discuss the underlying principles of static vs. dynamic responses.

💡 Hint: Consider examples of past structural failures.

Challenge 2 Hard

You are given a design scenario for a skyscraper in a seismic zone. Discuss how to incorporate dynamic analysis to ensure safety, utilizing principles learned.

💡 Hint: Apply the concepts of dynamic loading effects in your strategies.

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