Practice Seismic Design Considerations Based on Vibration Theory - 1.15 | 1. Theory of Vibrations | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 1
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1.15 - Seismic Design Considerations Based on Vibration Theory

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is IS 1893?

💡 Hint: Think about building codes.

Question 2

Easy

Why is damping important in seismic design?

💡 Hint: Consider the effects of motion.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of IS 1893 in seismic design?

  • To standardize building materials
  • To outline earthquake-resistant design principles
  • To measure construction costs

💡 Hint: Think about its role in structural safety.

Question 2

True or False: Resonance occurs when natural frequency and ground motion frequency are identical.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of matching frequencies.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

How would you approach designing a building in an earthquake-prone area using IS 1893? Discuss steps and considerations.

💡 Hint: Consider all aspects of the environment and building characteristics.

Question 2

A short building resonates during an earthquake due to its natural frequency matching ground motion. Discuss design alterations that could minimize this effect.

💡 Hint: Think outside the box about physical structure changes.

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