17.1 - Equations of Motion for MDOF Systems
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Practice Questions
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Define the mass matrix [M] in the context of MDOF systems.
💡 Hint: Think about how mass affects acceleration in Newton's second law.
What is the general form of the equations of motion for MDOF systems?
💡 Hint: Remember the matrices and their roles in the equations.
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What does the mass matrix [M] represent in MDOF systems?
💡 Hint: Focus on how mass influences motion.
True or False: The equations of motion for an MDOF system can be solved directly without any transformation.
💡 Hint: Think about the complexity of multiple equations working together.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a two-story building modeled as an MDOF system, compute the mass, damping, and stiffness matrices. Then indicate how you would use modal transformation for your calculations.
💡 Hint: Start by clearly defining the mass and stiffness parameters for each floor.
Discuss the implications of non-orthogonal modes in a practical engineering scenario. What effects might this have on analysis?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when modes interfere with one another.
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