Practice Retrofitting and Seismic Evaluation Based on Design Earthquake - 34.16 | 34. Design Earthquake | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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34.16 - Retrofitting and Seismic Evaluation Based on Design Earthquake

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is seismic evaluation?

💡 Hint: Think about how buildings are prepared for disasters.

Question 2

Easy

Name one technique used in retrofitting.

💡 Hint: Consider methods that enhance structural integrity.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary focus of seismic evaluation?

  • To assess new building designs
  • To evaluate existing building performance
  • To determine construction materials used

💡 Hint: Think about which stage in a building's life requires analysis.

Question 2

True or False: Base isolation allows a building to move independently from ground motion during earthquakes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what base isolation aims to achieve.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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