33.15 - Comparison Between Code-Based and Site-Specific Spectra
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What is a code-based spectrum?
💡 Hint: Think about how codes are made generic for safety.
Why might site-specific spectra be more accurate?
💡 Hint: Local factors can change seismic responses.
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What data does a code-based spectrum primarily utilize?
💡 Hint: Think about government guidelines.
Site-specific spectra provide what level of accuracy?
💡 Hint: Consider the importance of local conditions.
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Evaluate the risks of using a code-based spectrum in designing a critical hospital in an area with soft soil. What could be the unseen consequences?
💡 Hint: Consider how soil properties change response to shaking.
Design a seismic strategy for a new high-rise building. Outline when to utilize code-based vs. site-specific spectra based on location and structure use.
💡 Hint: Consider the building's purpose and the surrounding environment.
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