34.16 - Retrofitting and Seismic Evaluation Based on Design Earthquake
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Practice Questions
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What is seismic evaluation?
💡 Hint: Think about how buildings are prepared for disasters.
Name one technique used in retrofitting.
💡 Hint: Consider methods that enhance structural integrity.
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What is the primary focus of seismic evaluation?
💡 Hint: Think about which stage in a building's life requires analysis.
True or False: Base isolation allows a building to move independently from ground motion during earthquakes.
💡 Hint: Consider what base isolation aims to achieve.
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A city has identified three critical buildings for retrofitting: a busy hospital, a heritage site, and a school. Discuss the retrofitting strategies that you would recommend for each.
💡 Hint: Consider the usage and requirements of each building type.
Analyze how neglecting seismic evaluation could impact community safety and building integrity during an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the potential consequences of insufficient safety assessments.
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