34.11.4 - Nonlinear Analysis Requirements
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What is pushover analysis?
💡 Hint: Think about how structures react to static loads.
Why do we perform time-history analysis?
💡 Hint: Consider the dynamics of an earthquake.
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What is the primary goal of pushover analysis?
💡 Hint: Think about what you're trying to find out when pushing a structure to its limits.
True or False: Time-history analysis can reflect real earthquake motions.
💡 Hint: Consider whether this analysis mirrors actual conditions.
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A retrofitted building using pushover analysis shows no failure until a lateral load of 200 kN is applied. If the building experiences an unexpected seismic load of 300 kN, what implications does this analysis have for building safety?
💡 Hint: Consider real-world implications of the pushover test results.
Using time-history analysis, a building responds to an earthquake simulation in a way that exceeds expected displacements. List factors that might influence this response.
💡 Hint: Think about the components that contribute to building performance under load.
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