30.12.2 - Code-Based Modification
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Practice Questions
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What is the standard damping ratio typically used in buildings?
💡 Hint: It's a common percentage used in engineering standards.
What does the damping reduction factor indicate?
💡 Hint: Think about its role in seismic calculations.
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What is the effect of increasing damping on spectral acceleration?
💡 Hint: Consider how energy is absorbed in a structure.
True or False: The damping ratio of 5% results in a reduction factor of 1.00.
💡 Hint: Remember the standard reference value.
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Consider a multi-storey building with Sa(5%) of 3.0g and a damping ratio of 20%. Calculate Sa(20%). Explain the result.
💡 Hint: Use values from the damping reduction factor table.
A structural engineer uses a damping ratio of 30% for a new bridge design with an Sa(5%) of 2.5g. Calculate and interpret Sa(30%).
💡 Hint: Examine the implications of reduced Sa on structural integrity.
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