Practice Forced Vibration Test - 14.8.2 | 14. Natural Frequencies | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 1
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14.8.2 - Forced Vibration Test

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a Forced Vibration Test?

💡 Hint: Think about how engineers assess structures under loads.

Question 2

Easy

Name one piece of equipment used in Forced Vibration Tests.

💡 Hint: What device measures acceleration and vibrations?

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a Forced Vibration Test?

  • To apply realistic strains to structures
  • To measure the response to an applied force
  • To observe ambient vibrations

💡 Hint: Think about the main goal of applying controlled forces.

Question 2

True or False: Ambient Vibration Tests are preferred over Forced Vibration Tests because they are less invasive.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the invasiveness of the testing methods.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Suppose a building has a natural frequency of 2 Hz. During a Forced Vibration Test, an external force applied is at 2 Hz. What phenomenon occurs, and what are its implications for the building?

💡 Hint: Relate to what happens when external frequency matches the natural frequency.

Question 2

Consider a scenario where a historical building is subjected to a Forced Vibration Test. Discuss the ethical and structural considerations that must be taken into account.

💡 Hint: Balance between safety data needs and preservation.

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