3.8.1 - Passive Energy Dissipaters
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Practice Questions
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What is a passive energy dissipater?
💡 Hint: Think about systems that work automatically.
Name one type of passive energy dissipater.
💡 Hint: Remember the acronym 'FVMT' we discussed.
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What do passive energy dissipaters primarily do?
💡 Hint: Recall their main purpose.
True or False: Friction dampers work by absorbing heat.
💡 Hint: Think about how they function.
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Design a basic structure using passive energy dissipaters. Explain the types of dampers used and their placement.
💡 Hint: Consider both the building's dynamic responses and areas of high stress.
Evaluate the effectiveness of using metallic yield dampers in a structure prone to multiple seismic events.
💡 Hint: Think about material properties and long-term implications.
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