27.5.2 - Strong Motion Accelerographs
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What does a strong motion accelerograph measure?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to the ground during an earthquake.
What is the acronym used to remember impact factors in earthquake engineering?
💡 Hint: It's related to measuring shake intensity.
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What is the primary function of strong motion accelerographs?
💡 Hint: Think about the context in which they are used.
True or False: Strong Motion Accelerographs can only be used during large earthquakes.
💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of continuous monitoring.
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Analyze how data from strong motion accelerographs can prevent architectural failures in a high-rise building after an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Consider how real-time monitoring affects design and safety.
Given the historical use of strong motion data, suggest how future technologies could enhance data collection and processing.
💡 Hint: Think about how technology has changed in recent years.
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