42.6 - Design Considerations for Base Isolation
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What does site suitability refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about the characteristics of the land.
Why is building configuration important?
💡 Hint: Consider how shapes can influence movement.
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What is a seismic gap?
💡 Hint: Think about what the gap needs to accommodate.
True or False: Fire and maintenance considerations are unnecessary for isolators.
💡 Hint: Consider the longevity of the isolators.
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Given a site with soft soil, evaluate whether base isolation is a suitable option and propose alternatives if not.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to structures built on soft soil.
Design a base-isolated structure ensuring adequate seismic gap based on known movement patterns from previous earthquakes.
💡 Hint: Refer to historical earthquake data for guidance.
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