8.11.1 - Response vs Frequency Ratio
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What occurs when the forcing frequency matches the natural frequency?
💡 Hint: Think of what happens in music when two notes are in sync.
How does damping affect the response vs frequency ratio?
💡 Hint: Consider how cushioning affects sound.
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What does the response vs frequency ratio graph represent?
💡 Hint: Focus on what behavior is captured by the ratio.
True or False: High damping narrows the peaks of the response vs frequency ratio.
💡 Hint: Remember how damping affects oscillation.
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A bridge is designed with a natural frequency of 2 Hz. Calculate the response if the forcing frequency is 2 Hz and the damping ratio is low.
💡 Hint: Focus on the relationship between frequency and response.
Discuss how utilizing tuned mass dampers can help a building withstand harmonic forces effectively.
💡 Hint: Think about how energy dissipation aids stability.
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