41.2 - Overview of Indian Seismic Codes
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What does IS 1893 primarily address?
💡 Hint: Think about the main focus of the document.
What is ductility?
💡 Hint: Consider how materials behave under stress.
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IS 1893 primarily deals with what aspect of building design?
💡 Hint: Think about the main threat to buildings in seismic zones.
True or False: Ductility is essential for energy dissipation in structures during an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Consider how materials behave during extreme stress.
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Propose a building design for a location in seismic zone V. Include considerations based on IS 1893 and IS 13920.
💡 Hint: Consider the forces acting on the structure and the methods to enhance its resilience.
Discuss the long-term implications for a community that ignores IS 1893 when constructing new buildings.
💡 Hint: Reflect on past incidents where ignoring building codes led to disasters.
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