38.7.1 - IS 13920:2016 – Ductile Detailing of Reinforced Concrete Structures
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What is ductility in the context of concrete structures?
💡 Hint: Think about how buildings behave during earthquakes.
Why is minimum reinforcement important?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if there's not enough material.
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What is the primary goal of IS 13920:2016 in the context of earthquake resistance?
💡 Hint: Think about the essential properties for buildings in seismic areas.
True or False: Higher ductility systems have lower design forces due to their energy-dissipating capacity.
💡 Hint: What does ductility do during an earthquake?
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Evaluate a building designed under the IS 13920:2016 code that experienced failure during an earthquake. What could have been done differently in its design?
💡 Hint: Review case studies of buildings that failed in seismic events.
Design a simple structural model that incorporates the principles of IS 13920:2016. Include details on reinforcement limits and confinement strategies.
💡 Hint: Consider different materials and configurations that effectively enhance ductility.
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