30.7 - Spectral Acceleration vs. Other Parameters
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Define Peak Ground Acceleration (PGA).
💡 Hint: Think about the basic measure of shaking intensity.
What does Spectral Acceleration (Sa) measure?
💡 Hint: Consider its role in structural design.
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What does Sa stand for in seismic design?
💡 Hint: Think about the measure of structural response.
True or False: PGA is more commonly used in seismic design than Sa.
💡 Hint: Reflect on their differences in application.
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Given soil type and damping ratio variations, how would you modify the design response spectrum for a building expecting to withstand high seismic forces?
💡 Hint: Relate the foundational soil analysis with spectral parameters.
Analyze how a structure designed with a high damping ratio would compare to one with a standard ratio in terms of spectral acceleration calculations.
💡 Hint: Consider how damping behaves in dynamic systems.
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