42.15 - Indian Context and Case Studies
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Practice Questions
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What is base isolation?
💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of base isolation.
Name one Indian example of base isolation.
💡 Hint: Consider buildings noted for earthquake resilience.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What technique is used in India to protect buildings from seismic energy?
💡 Hint: Consider methods designed for earthquake resistance.
True or False: The Bhuj Hospital was one of the first buildings in India to adopt base isolation.
💡 Hint: Recall specific examples discussed in class.
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Challenge Problems
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Propose a strategy for incorporating base isolation in a historical building in an earthquake-prone area and discuss the potential benefits and drawbacks.
💡 Hint: Consider both engineering and cultural preservation.
Analyze the cost-benefit ratio of retrofitting existing structures with base isolation compared to newly constructed buildings.
💡 Hint: Think about both immediate expenses and long-term advantages.
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