Practice Programming Implementation (MATLAB/Python) - 10.15 | 10. Duhamel Integral | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of discretizing the time vector in programming?

💡 Hint: Think about how we measure time in programming.

Question 2

Easy

Name a function used for numerical integration in MATLAB.

💡 Hint: It's short for a mathematical operation.

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Question 1

What is the Duhamel Integral primarily used for?

  • Analyzing signals
  • Determining system response to dynamic loading
  • Calculating static loads

💡 Hint: Think about dynamic versus static conditions.

Question 2

Is discretization necessary for numerical integration in programming?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how we break down complex calculations.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A bridge experiences ground motion data recorded at 0.1-second intervals. If the total duration of the recorded data is 10 seconds, outline how you would implement Duhamel's Integral using Python, including necessary steps.

💡 Hint: Think about the sequential steps you take when programming.

Question 2

Using MATLAB, explain how you would numerically integrate an arbitrary force function over a time vector using Duhamel's approach, detailing at least two functions used.

💡 Hint: How do you set up your input values and process them using built-in functions?

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