Practice Energy Dissipation Devices - 4.13.3 | 4. Difference Between Static Forces and Dynamic Excitation | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 1
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4.13.3 - Energy Dissipation Devices

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Question 1

Easy

What is the primary function of energy dissipation devices?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens during an earthquake.

Question 2

Easy

Name one type of energy dissipation device.

💡 Hint: It uses fluid mechanisms for energy conversion.

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Question 1

What are energy dissipation devices primarily used for?

  • Transfer energy
  • Absorb and dissipate energy
  • Store energy

💡 Hint: Think about their function during an earthquake.

Question 2

True or False: Friction dampers primarily work by using fluid resistance.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how two surfaces interact.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a conceptual model for an energy dissipation system in a specific building type. How would you integrate it?

💡 Hint: Think about the forces acting on the building and where dampers would provide the most resistance.

Question 2

Analyze the potential failure points of a structure lacking energy dissipation devices during an earthquake.

💡 Hint: Consider how dynamic loads affect different parts of the structure.

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