26.3.3 - Energy Distribution and Dispersion
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What are Rayleigh waves?
💡 Hint: Consider their movement and the type of seismic wave.
Why is dispersion important in Rayleigh waves?
💡 Hint: Think of how different frequencies might impact buildings.
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What motion characterizes Rayleigh waves?
💡 Hint: Think about their wave motion compared to other types.
True or False: Dispersion in Rayleigh waves means all frequencies travel at the same speed.
💡 Hint: Consider what this means for seismic analysis.
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Given a layered soil profile, determine how the presence of a soft layer affects the propagation of Rayleigh waves during an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Consider how energy transfer works through different soil types.
Design a structural element that mitigates the effects of Rayleigh waves on multi-story buildings.
💡 Hint: Think about how vibrations can be absorbed or dampened.
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