12.17 - Limitations of 2-DOF Models
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Name one limitation of 2-DOF models compared to MDOF models.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens in tall structures.
Why is irregular geometry a problem for 2-DOF models?
💡 Hint: Consider how loads are transferred in unique shapes.
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What is one limitation of a 2-DOF model?
💡 Hint: Consider the performance of tall buildings.
True or False: 2-DOF models are perfectly adequate for all structural analyses.
💡 Hint: Think about complex structures.
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Analyze a 15-story building with substantial lateral load requirements. Discuss the potential outcomes of using a 2-DOF model versus an MDOF model for its analysis.
💡 Hint: Consider both lateral loading and dynamic response.
Evaluate the implications of nonlinear material behavior in seismic analysis. How would a 2-DOF model provide inaccurate predictions in this context?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how materials behave under different loads.
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