Practice Codal Provisions and Guidelines - 42.8 | 42. Base Isolation Techniques | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What does IS 1893 (Part 1) focus on?

💡 Hint: Recall which standard covers the basics of seismic design.

Question 2

Easy

Name one international code related to seismic design.

💡 Hint: Think about common building codes used globally.

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Question 1

What is the purpose of IS 1893 (Part 1)?

  • A framework for ductile detailing
  • General provisions for seismic design
  • Standards for materials

💡 Hint: Recall the focus of this standard.

Question 2

True or False: ASCE 7 only applies to buildings in the USA.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the reach of standards in engineering.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Critique how ignoring IS 13920 could affect the safety of a high-rise building in a seismic zone.

💡 Hint: Consider the role of ductility in maintaining building integrity.

Question 2

Design a simple outline for a base-isolated structure using ASCE 7 guidelines. What factors must be included?

💡 Hint: Think about the various forces at play during seismic events.

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