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16.8 - Numerical Solution Methods for MDOF Systems

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the main purpose of numerical integration in structural analysis?

💡 Hint: Think about the complexity of analytical solutions.

Question 2

Easy

Name one time integration method used in dynamic analysis.

💡 Hint: Consider the methods discussed in class.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is a critical advantage of using numerical integration methods?

  • They provide exact solutions.
  • They are always faster than analytical methods.
  • They handle complex systems effectively.

💡 Hint: Think about the nature of complex systems.

Question 2

True or False: Modal truncation involves ignoring lower modes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider which modes have a stronger influence.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You are tasked with analyzing a 10-storey building using the Newmark-beta method. Describe the steps you would take to implement this method for seismic analysis, including considerations for time step selection.

💡 Hint: Think about how time steps affect accuracy.

Question 2

Explain how you would conduct modal truncation for a 6 DOF system where higher modes provide minimal contributions to the response.

💡 Hint: Consider the significance of mode contribution during seismic analysis.

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