10.6 - Numerical Evaluation of Duhamel Integral
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What is the purpose of numerical methods in evaluating Duhamel's Integral?
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of dynamic loads like those from earthquakes.
Name one numerical technique used for evaluating integrals.
💡 Hint: Consider how you could approximate areas under a curve.
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What is the primary reason for using numerical methods in evaluating Duhamel's Integral?
💡 Hint: Think about how real-world data impacts calculations.
True or False: Simpson's Rule is less accurate than the Trapezoidal Rule in estimating areas under a curve.
💡 Hint: Consider the shapes used in both rules when forming your answer.
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Given a sample digital ground motion signal, evaluate the displacement response using Newmark's method. Outline your calculation steps.
💡 Hint: Remember to consider how each time step contributes cumulatively.
You have been provided with ground motion data before an earthquake event; compute the integral using Simpson's Rule to find how far a building will sway.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how intervals affect your approximation!
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