Practice Beam Detailing - 40.7.2 | 40. Codal Provisions | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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40.7.2 - Beam Detailing

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the key purpose of minimum and maximum reinforcement limits?

💡 Hint: Think in terms of strength and ductility.

Question 2

Easy

What restriction is placed on lap splices in beam detailing?

💡 Hint: Recall why the joint area is critical.

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Question 1

What is the purpose of minimum and maximum reinforcement limits in beams?

  • A. Ensuring ductility
  • B. Aesthetic purpose
  • C. Cost-saving measures

💡 Hint: Think about what happens during an earthquake.

Question 2

Lap splices are allowed in joint regions of beams.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the potential weaknesses lap splices create.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A building is designed with beams that do not meet the minimum reinforcement requirements as defined by the code. Discuss the potential consequences of this design choice during an earthquake.

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between reinforcement and structural integrity.

Question 2

Analyze the structural response of a beam with a lap splice within the joint region and propose remedial measures to mitigate failure risk.

💡 Hint: Reflect on what creates weaknesses in critical areas.

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