42.14 - Comparative Analysis: Base Isolation vs Fixed-Base Design
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What is base isolation?
💡 Hint: Think about how it relates to earthquakes.
Why does structural acceleration matter?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when acceleration is high.
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What is a primary benefit of base isolation compared to fixed-base design?
💡 Hint: Think about how buildings move during an earthquake.
Base-isolated systems are generally ___ than fixed-base designs.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of seismic design.
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Given the initial costs and long-term savings of base isolation, outline an argument for choosing base isolation for a new high-rise office building in a seismic zone.
💡 Hint: Consider both initial investment and future savings.
Design a retrofit plan for a historical building to incorporate base isolation while preserving its aesthetic.
💡 Hint: Think about the building's structural integrity and appearance.
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