30.17.3 - Spectral Matching
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What is spectral matching?
💡 Hint: Think about matching ground motions with a target.
Why is spectral acceleration important?
💡 Hint: Consider structural responses during earthquakes.
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What does spectral matching aim to achieve?
💡 Hint: Think about why engineers want precise matches for analysis.
Is spectral acceleration important for nonlinear time-history analysis?
💡 Hint: Consider how analyses depend on accurate inputs.
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Given a spectral acceleration curve for a site, propose a method for generating ground motions that align with it. Describe your approach in detail.
💡 Hint: Think about both existing data and mathematical functions.
Critically evaluate a proposed spectral matching technique and consider its limitations in real-world applications.
💡 Hint: Examine the basis of the method and its real-world implications.
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