38.5.2 - Member Geometry
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Practice Questions
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What is member geometry?
💡 Hint: Think about the impact of shape on performance.
Name two factors affecting ductility.
💡 Hint: Consider what affects a member's ability to bend.
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What is the primary concern when considering member geometry in seismic design?
💡 Hint: Think about how structures respond during earthquakes.
True or False: Short and deep members are more ductile than slender members.
💡 Hint: Consider the flexibility of different member shapes.
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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.
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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