1.18 - Vibration Control Devices in Modern Structures
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Practice Questions
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Define passive control devices and provide an example.
💡 Hint: Think of how structures can be designed to work without extra energy.
What is the function of a tuned mass damper?
💡 Hint: Remember how the tuning aspect works.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a passive control device?
💡 Hint: Consider how it functions during earthquakes.
True or False: Active control systems apply forces in real-time.
💡 Hint: Think about the immediate response capability.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze the benefits and disadvantages of using only passive control systems in regions with high seismic activity.
💡 Hint: Examine real-world earthquake scenarios.
Propose a hybrid vibration control strategy that encompasses passive, active, and smart materials for a new skyscraper in a seismic zone.
💡 Hint: Look at how these technologies can complement each other.
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