Practice Applications and Case Studies - 42.9 | 42. Base Isolation Techniques | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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42.9 - Applications and Case Studies

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Question 1 Easy

What is base isolation?

💡 Hint: Remember how it relates to reducing earthquake impact.

Question 2 Easy

Name one type of structure that benefits from base isolation.

💡 Hint: Think about buildings that need to operate during emergencies.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of base isolation?

To enhance design complexity
To decouple buildings from ground motion
To reduce height

💡 Hint: Consider how this technique interacts with seismic forces.

Question 2

Base isolation can be beneficial for offices and high-rises. True or False?

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the structures in earthquake-prone areas.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate how the incorporation of base isolation in the Bhuj Civil Hospital impacts both patient care and architectural integrity during an earthquake.

💡 Hint: Consider both clinical and structural outcomes in your review.

Challenge 2 Hard

Critically analyze the balance between cost and safety when deciding to implement base isolation in new high-rise buildings. What factors should be considered?

💡 Hint: Reflect on both immediate expenses and long-term impacts.

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