3.10 - Experimental Evaluation of Damping in Structures
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What is the main purpose of shake table tests?
💡 Hint: Think about what scenario shake tables are designed to replicate.
Define ambient vibration testing.
💡 Hint: Consider what makes it 'non-intrusive'.
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What is the main function of shake table tests in structural evaluation?
💡 Hint: Remember, these tests help us understand vibrations.
True or False: Ambient Vibration Testing involves applying an external load to a structure.
💡 Hint: Think about what makes this method different.
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A shake table test showed that a building swayed excessively under certain frequencies. How might you adjust the design based on this result?
💡 Hint: Consider how tuning a string can alter sound production.
Discuss how ambient vibration testing could benefit a pre-existing structure intended for public use.
💡 Hint: Think about safety measures for structures still in function.
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