35.13 - Design Implications of High PGA
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Practice Questions
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What does PGA stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about its definition in relation to earthquakes.
What is the role of ductility in seismic design?
💡 Hint: Imagine what happens when a material bends.
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What does high PGA lead to in structural design?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when the ground shakes more violently.
True or False: Ductility is important for flexible structures.
💡 Hint: Think about how a rubber band behaves.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a high PGA scenario, outline the steps an engineer would take to adapt the ductility of a hospital building to ensure safety.
💡 Hint: Consider which materials flex best and how to detail connections.
Reflecting on the relationship between Importance Factors and performance, analyze how ignoring these factors could affect public safety during an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Think of emergency services' role right after a quake.
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