8.18.2 - Modal Testing
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Practice Questions
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What is modal testing used for?
💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of testing in engineering.
Name a tool used in modal testing.
💡 Hint: Consider what you would use to measure vibrations.
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What is the main purpose of modal testing?
💡 Hint: Think about the dynamics of the structure.
True or False: Modal testing can only be performed on large structures.
💡 Hint: Consider the versatility of testing.
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A 15-meter high tower is being tested for dynamic behavior during wind loads. The testing reveals that its first mode of vibration is at 1.5 Hz. Explain how modal testing can help improve its design.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between frequency and design.
After conducting a modal test, a building shows a significant response at 2 Hz. Discuss the potential implications for its structural integrity.
💡 Hint: Think about how resonance impacts structures.
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