38.1 - Definition and Concept of Ductility
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What is ductility?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials behave when stressed.
What is the significance of ductility in construction?
💡 Hint: Consider how different materials react under load.
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What defines ductility?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials behave under stress.
True or False: Concrete generally has high ductility.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the behavior of concrete when subjected to stress.
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Evaluate a scenario where two buildings, one made of steel and one made of concrete, experience the same seismic forces. Discuss how their ductility differences would affect their performance.
💡 Hint: Consider the ductility properties of both materials.
If a certain building has a ductility ratio of 2.5, what does this imply about its ability to handle seismic loads?
💡 Hint: Connect the meaning of the ductility ratio with structural performance.
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