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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
Define passive control devices and provide an example.
💡 Hint: Think of how structures can be designed to work without extra energy.
Question 2
Easy
What is the function of a tuned mass damper?
💡 Hint: Remember how the tuning aspect works.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is a passive control device?
- A device requiring external power.
- A device operating without external power.
- A device only made from smart materials.
💡 Hint: Consider how it functions during earthquakes.
Question 2
True or False: Active control systems apply forces in real-time.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about the immediate response capability.
Solve 2 more questions and get performance evaluation
Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Analyze the benefits and disadvantages of using only passive control systems in regions with high seismic activity.
💡 Hint: Examine real-world earthquake scenarios.
Question 2
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.
Challenge and get performance evaluation