Practice Advanced Approaches - 39.10 | 39. Methods of Introducing Ductility into RC Structures – Design Methodology (IS 1893, IS 13920 and IS 4326) | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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39.10 - Advanced Approaches

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does PBSD stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about what the focus of seismic design should be.

Question 2

Easy

Name one type of nonlinear analysis.

💡 Hint: It helps us see how structures behave under loads.

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Question 1

What is the main focus of Performance-Based Seismic Design?

  • To withstand maximum forces
  • To achieve specific performance levels during seismic events
  • To minimize construction costs

💡 Hint: Think about goals of safety and functionality.

Question 2

True or False: Nonlinear Analysis Tools assume a proportional structure response to loads.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when materials yield.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze how an RC structure designed under PBSD principles would perform under a strong earthquake compared to traditional designs. Discuss the implications for safety and building longevity.

💡 Hint: Consider the different goals of PBSD versus traditional designs.

Question 2

Calculate the expected performance level of a building equipped with base isolators when subjected to both low and high seismic forces. Include a discussion of the expected energy dissipation.

💡 Hint: Think about how isolators change the motion experienced by the building.

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