Practice Member Geometry - 38.5.2 | 38. Importance of Ductility | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What is member geometry?

💡 Hint: Think about the impact of shape on performance.

Question 2

Easy

Name two factors affecting ductility.

💡 Hint: Consider what affects a member's ability to bend.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary concern when considering member geometry in seismic design?

  • Load capacity
  • Ductility
  • Aesthetics

💡 Hint: Think about how structures respond during earthquakes.

Question 2

True or False: Short and deep members are more ductile than slender members.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the flexibility of different member shapes.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Propose a design strategy for a multi-story building, considering member geometry and detailing to improve ductility.

💡 Hint: Think of how members can work together to distribute loads.

Question 2

Evaluate a case study of a failed structure during an earthquake and discuss how member geometry contributed to its failure.

💡 Hint: Focus on the geometry and the effects of insufficient detailing.

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