11.12 - Example Problems and Applications
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Practice Questions
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What are natural frequencies?
💡 Hint: Think about the natural oscillation of an object.
Define base shear.
💡 Hint: Remember how buildings respond to earthquakes.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What does the term 'base shear' refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about the forces acting during an earthquake.
'Natural frequencies are essential in designing structures for which reason?'
💡 Hint: Consider how structures behave under vibration.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a structural model for an 8-story building using MDOF principles, considering modal responses to earthquake forces and outlining how to estimate base shear from these modes.
💡 Hint: Use modal participation factors for a more accurate representation.
Evaluate the seismic performance of a specific high-rise building using modal analysis and time-history data from prior earthquakes. How would you ensure safety and resilience?
💡 Hint: Remember to use effective mass calculations to justify your design choices.
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