Practice Computational Aspects - 13.7 | 13. Normal Modes of Vibration | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 1
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Question 1

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What is the role of the mass matrix in structural analysis?

💡 Hint: Think about what controls the dynamics of motion.

Question 2

Easy

What is a numerical eigenvalue solver?

💡 Hint: How do we find natural frequencies mathematically?

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Question 1

Why is matrix algebra important in normal mode analysis?

  • A) It simplifies structural formulas.
  • B) It allows for complex systems to be modeled.
  • C) It eliminates the need for calculations.
  • D) It makes the process slower.

💡 Hint: Think about how we represent multiple degrees of freedom.

Question 2

True or False: The accuracy of the stiffness matrix does not impact the analysis results.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall how mass and stiffness are related to natural frequencies.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You have a two-degree-of-freedom system with known mass and stiffness values. Calculate the natural frequencies and mode shapes using matrix methods. Provide step-by-step reasoning.

💡 Hint: Use the determinant to simplify your calculations.

Question 2

Consider a scenario where the mass distribution changes significantly in a structure. Analyze how this may influence the structure's dynamic response and determine what steps could be taken to mitigate adverse effects.

💡 Hint: Think about how the ground vibrations might interact with the building's new dynamics.

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