39 - Methods of Introducing Ductility into RC Structures – Design Methodology (IS 1893, IS 13920 and IS 4326)
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Define ductility in the context of RC structures.
💡 Hint: Think about how structures behave during earthquakes.
What is the purpose of the Importance Factor (I) in seismic design?
💡 Hint: Consider how different types of buildings are prioritized.
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What is ductility?
💡 Hint: Think about deformation during earthquakes.
The Importance Factor is used to?
💡 Hint: Consider critical facilities.
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Design a beam and a column system for a multi-story building in a high seismic zone. Ensure the design reflects the strong column-weak beam principle. What implications does this have on material choice and dimensions?
💡 Hint: Consider required moments and reinforcement ratios in your calculations.
Critique an existing building that failed during an earthquake. Identify the flaws in its ductility provisions according to IS 13920 and propose a retrofitting technique based on your analysis.
💡 Hint: Use specific IS codes to validate your proposed intervention.
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