19.7.3 - Frequency Content
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What is frequency content in relation to earthquakes?
💡 Hint: Think about how waves in water have different heights.
How do tall buildings respond differently than short buildings?
💡 Hint: Consider how the height of a structure affects its swaying.
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What does frequency content refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to eyes in different lighting conditions.
True or False: Short buildings resonate more with low frequencies.
💡 Hint: Consider how buildings are designed according to their height.
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Design a multi-story building that minimizes the effects of resonance from ground motion. Consider materials, structure, and design features.
💡 Hint: Think about how the building's design could allow for swaying without damage.
Evaluate the structural failures in a historical earthquake scenario where frequency content was not considered in design. What improvements would you suggest?
💡 Hint: Historical examples can illustrate points about neglecting this knowledge.
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