42.2 - Components of a Base Isolation System
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Practice Questions
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Define isolation bearings.
💡 Hint: Think about what protects buildings during earthquakes.
What is the purpose of damping mechanisms?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to a building after it shakes.
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What is the primary function of isolation bearings in a base isolation system?
💡 Hint: Think about what keeps buildings flexible during earthquakes.
Damping mechanisms are important for:
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to a structure after it shakes.
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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.
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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