38.6.2. Use of Ductile Materials

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does ductility refer to?

   Hint

   Think about how materials behave when you apply stress to them.

2. 2.

   Name a ductile material.

   Hint

   Consider materials used in construction.

3. 3.

   What is ductility?

   • The ability to fracture easily
   • The ability to undergo plastic deformation
   • The ability to resist heat

   Hint

   Think about how materials perform under stress.

4. 4.

   True or False: Ductile materials can cause sudden building collapse during an earthquake.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the characteristics of ductility.

5. 5.

   A new high-rise building is being designed in a seismic zone. Discuss the materials and methods that should be used to enhance ductility. Consider factors such as reinforcement types and design codes.

   Hint

   Think about how different materials can help absorb energy.

6. 6.

   Evaluate a hypothetical structure made with only brittle materials in a seismic area. What would be the likely consequences during an earthquake?

   Hint

   Consider the comparison between ductile and brittle failures.