14.4 - Modal Analysis
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Practice Questions
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What does modal superposition imply for MDOF systems?
💡 Hint: Think about how components work together.
Define mode shapes.
💡 Hint: Consider how a structure sways differently at various frequencies.
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What is the primary focus of modal analysis?
💡 Hint: Think about how buildings respond to earthquakes.
True or False: Mode shapes are only relevant in the analysis of static structures.
💡 Hint: Remember the context of vibration and motion.
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Given a structure's parameters, calculate its natural frequencies using modal analysis principles, and discuss how these frequencies could influence the structural design.
💡 Hint: Think about how the frequency affects swaying during movements.
Analyze a multi-storey building's response during an earthquake and identify key modes of vibration, discussing strategies for enhancing stability.
💡 Hint: Consider the forces acting on different levels of a building.
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