Practice Codal Provisions for Ductility (IS 13920, IS 1893) - 38.7 | 38. Importance of Ductility | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What does IS 13920 focus on?

💡 Hint: Think about the type of structures discussed in this code.

Question 2

Easy

Define Ductility.

💡 Hint: Consider how materials behave under stress.

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Question 1

What does IS 13920 primarily address?

  • Seismic forces
  • Wind loads
  • Material strength

💡 Hint: Think about the different natural forces structures must resist.

Question 2

True or False: Higher ductility in a structure leads to higher design forces.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how ductility affects energy management in structures.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Discuss how neglecting IS 13920's provisions could affect a building's performance in an earthquake.

💡 Hint: Think about how proper detailing influences structural behavior.

Question 2

Evaluate the impact of the Response Reduction Factor on the design of seismic-resistant structures. Include examples.

💡 Hint: Consider real-world structures utilizing such factors and their design benefits.

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