Practice Importance in Earthquake Engineering - 14.9 | 14. Natural Frequencies | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 1
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14.9 - Importance in Earthquake Engineering

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is natural frequency?

💡 Hint: Think about vibrations without external forces.

Question 2

Easy

What can happen if an earthquake's frequency matches a structure's natural frequency?

💡 Hint: Recall what we discussed about amplified vibrations.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is resonance?

  • When a structure vibrates freely
  • Matching frequency causing amplification
  • Absorption of vibrations

💡 Hint: What happens during an earthquake when frequencies align?

Question 2

Dynamic dampers are used to:

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think of products that help stabilize during movement.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a building's natural frequency and an earthquake frequency, analyze the risks if they align closely. What measures could be taken to ensure safety?

💡 Hint: Consider how you can change the properties of the structure to keep it safe.

Question 2

Evaluate the impact of local soil conditions on the natural frequency of buildings. Provide an example of a historic earthquake where this was a factor.

💡 Hint: What specific characteristics of soils will affect how buildings respond to seismic forces?

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