1.15.2 - Design Based on Dynamic Characteristics
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Why is it important to avoid tuning a structure's natural frequency to ground motion?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when forces match the natural frequency.
What is a torsional irregularity?
💡 Hint: Think of an unevenly weighted scale.
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What is the primary goal of avoiding resonance in structural design?
💡 Hint: Think about what resonance does to a building during an earthquake.
True or False: Torsional irregularities can have detrimental effects on a structure's response during an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Consider how balance affects stability.
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Analyze a proposed ten-story building plan with unbalanced mass distribution across floors. What structure design changes would you recommend to ensure stability in an earthquake?
💡 Hint: Think about symmetry and load distribution.
Given the task to conduct modal analysis on an irregular structure, outline the method to derive natural frequencies and mode shapes.
💡 Hint: Remember the process of breaking down complex structures into simpler elements.
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