41.21 - Base Isolation and Seismic Dampers
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary purpose of base isolation?
💡 Hint: Think about how a building can be separated from ground motion.
Name one type of seismic damper.
💡 Hint: Recall the different types of devices that absorb seismic energy.
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What is the goal of base isolation in seismic design?
💡 Hint: Consider what base isolation is designed to achieve.
True or False: Seismic dampers can only be used in new constructions.
💡 Hint: Think about buildings that are already built.
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Design an earthquake-resistant structure using both base isolation and seismic dampers. Provide the specifications of the building, the type of base isolation system, and the dampers to be installed.
💡 Hint: Consider the building's height, usage, and local seismic codes.
Evaluate the effectiveness of various types of seismic dampers based on a given scenario of earthquake impact. Which would be most suitable and why?
💡 Hint: Focus on the building's area and expected movement.
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