Practice Modal Superposition Method - 17.7 | 17. Decoupling of Equations of Motion | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

Define the Modal Superposition Method in one sentence.

💡 Hint: Recall that it involves breaking down complex dynamics into simpler parts.

Question 2

Easy

What is the purpose of using modal equations?

💡 Hint: Think about how we treat different parts of a system separately.

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Question 1

What does the Modal Superposition Method help us to analyze?

  • Dynamic systems
  • Static structures
  • Thermal reactions

💡 Hint: Consider what types of forces change over time.

Question 2

True or False: The Modal Superposition Method requires all modes to be analyzed.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how many modes are typically needed in real-world analysis.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a two-mass system with natural frequencies ω1 = 3 rad/s and ω2 = 5 rad/s, and respective damping ratios ξ1 = 0.05 and ξ2 = 0.03, write the modal equations for each mass and solve for q(t).

💡 Hint: Break each function into its individual parts and consider the effects of damping.

Question 2

Analyze a system where four modes affect total displacement. If modes 1 and 2 comprise 85% of the response, should you ignore modes 3 and 4? Discuss.

💡 Hint: Think about how even small contributions can affect overall system safety.

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