Practice Resonance and Structural Response - 14.7 | 14. Natural Frequencies | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 1
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14.7 - Resonance and Structural Response

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What happens when external forces match a structure's natural frequency?

💡 Hint: Think about the effects of matching frequencies in sound.

Question 2

Easy

What is one method to avoid resonance in structural design?

💡 Hint: Recall the concept of frequency adjustment.

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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?

  • A structural failure
  • Amplified vibrations due to frequency match
  • Normal damping action

💡 Hint: Think of how sound waves react at specific frequencies.

Question 2

A base isolator is used to:

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the role of isolators in seismic design.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Given a scenario where a high-rise building is designed in a seismically active city, outline a strategy to ensure it avoids resonance.

💡 Hint: Consider factors mentioned in the lessons about damping and mass changes.

Question 2

Evaluate the impact of ignoring resonance in structural design, citing real-world examples to support your answer.

💡 Hint: Look into historical earthquake case studies for supporting details.

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