Practice Practical Implementation – Case Studies and Observations - 39.8 | 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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Question 1

Easy

What is ductility?

💡 Hint: Think of how materials can stretch or bend.

Question 2

Easy

Explain the importance of ductile detailing in earthquake-resistant design.

💡 Hint: Consider why some buildings perform better during earthquakes.

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Question 1

What was a significant outcome of the Bhuj earthquake for RC structures?

  • All structures collapsed
  • Ductile structures survived
  • All structures remained intact

💡 Hint: Consider which types of designs proved resilient.

Question 2

True or False: Soft storeys can enhance a building's stability during earthquakes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about support and structural integrity.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze a building plan with soft storey and propose redesign strategies that comply with IS 4326.

💡 Hint: Focus on reinforcing weaknesses identified in soft-storey analysis.

Question 2

Considering the lessons from both the Bhuj and Nepal earthquakes, draft an action plan for retrofitting an existing building.

💡 Hint: Think about integrating current codes with structural enhancements.

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