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42.2 - Components of a Base Isolation System

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define isolation bearings.

💡 Hint: Think about what protects buildings during earthquakes.

Question 2

Easy

What is the purpose of damping mechanisms?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens to a building after it shakes.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary function of isolation bearings in a base isolation system?

  • To absorb seismic energy
  • To allow for movement
  • To transfer loads

💡 Hint: Think about what keeps buildings flexible during earthquakes.

Question 2

Damping mechanisms are important for:

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what happens to a structure after it shakes.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a base isolation system for a hospital located in a seismic zone. Consider how you would integrate different components like isolation bearings and damping mechanisms into your design. Include considerations for protection layers and interface elements.

💡 Hint: Think about each component's role in real-world applications.

Question 2

Evaluate the effectiveness of using only one type of isolation bearing (like purely elastomeric bearings) vs. a hybrid system with multiple types of bearings and damping mechanisms in mitigating seismic forces on a tall structure.

💡 Hint: Consider the frequency of seismic waves and materials properties.

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