1.17.1 - Finite Element Method (FEM)
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What does FEM stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about how structures are analyzed.
Name one software that uses FEM.
💡 Hint: Consider software used for structural analysis.
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What does the Finite Element Method (FEM) primarily involve?
💡 Hint: Recall what FEM stands for.
True or False: FEM can only be used for static analysis.
💡 Hint: Think of its application in earthquakes.
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Given a complex building design, explain how you would approach analyzing it using FEM. What steps would you take?
💡 Hint: Think about each stage of FEM application.
Consider a scenario where you neglect to account for natural frequencies in your FEM analysis. What potential consequences could arise during an earthquake?
💡 Hint: Relate this back to the importance of understanding vibrations.
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