Practice Ductile Detailing Provisions (IS 13920) - 40.7 | 40. Codal Provisions | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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40.7 - Ductile Detailing Provisions (IS 13920)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the importance of ductile detailing in seismic zones?

💡 Hint: Think about the benefits during an earthquake.

Question 2

Easy

Name one requirement for beam detailing.

💡 Hint: Recall the guidelines for beam reinforcement.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is ductile detailing primarily aimed at?

  • Preventing collapse
  • Increasing aesthetics
  • Reducing costs

💡 Hint: Think about the goals of designing buildings for seismic events.

Question 2

True or False: Lap splices are permitted in joints.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of weak connections.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider a multi-story building in Seismic Zone V. Discuss how you would apply ductile detailing provisions for beams and columns while ensuring compliance with IS 13920.

💡 Hint: Think about each component’s role and how they interact under seismic loading.

Question 2

Analyze how the absence of adequate ties in plastic hinge zones can affect the performance of a structure during an earthquake.

💡 Hint: Reflect on the consequences of concrete failure in critical areas.

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