4.2.3 - Examples
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Practice Questions
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Define dynamic excitation.
💡 Hint: Think about forces that change quickly over time.
Give an example of an impact load.
💡 Hint: Consider sudden force applications.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of forces do earthquakes represent?
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of ground movement.
True or False: Impact loads act slowly over time.
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of impact.
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A bridge is designed to a static load capacity of 500 kN. How would you approach its redesign to account for an expected dynamic load due to traffic?
💡 Hint: Think about how live loads differ from static.
Analyze the potential damage a structure may sustain under a sudden impact load from a moving vehicle.
💡 Hint: Reflect on examples of safety in automotive designs.
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