6.8.2 - Numerical Methods
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary purpose of numerical methods in structural dynamics?
💡 Hint: Think about why analytical methods may be limited.
Name one numerical method used for analyzing dynamic responses.
💡 Hint: Remember the methods discussed earlier.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does the Newmark-Beta method primarily address?
💡 Hint: Remember its application in simulating behaviors under seismic loads.
True or False: The Wilson-Theta method is only applicable for linear problems.
💡 Hint: Think about how flexibility in calculations is crucial in engineering applications.
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Challenge Problems
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A building is subjected to two different seismic load patterns. Describe how you would use both the Newmark-Beta and Wilson-Theta methods to model the responses. Include what data you would need.
💡 Hint: Think about the criteria for selecting the method based on load patterns and stability needs.
Explain how you would validate the results obtained from the Wilson-Theta method when analyzing a newly designed structure. What steps would you take?
💡 Hint: Consider both theoretical and practical validation techniques.
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