33.2 - Construction of Response Spectra
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What is the purpose of time-history analysis in constructing response spectra?
💡 Hint: Think about how structures react over time.
What does normalization in response spectra refer to?
💡 Hint: Consider how we standardize measurements.
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What is the primary method used for time-history analysis?
💡 Hint: Focus on numerical methods for ground motion analysis.
True or False: The damping ratio increases the spectral ordinates of a response spectrum.
💡 Hint: Think about how damping affects oscillations.
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An engineer analyzes a tall building's response spectrum using time-history analysis. The damping ratio is set at 5%, and the natural period is varied from 0.5s to 2s. Describe the observed changes in spectral ordinates.
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between natural period and displacement response.
Construct a normalized response spectrum using a hypothetical peak ground acceleration of 0.4g and compare it to one that uses peak ground velocity of 1.2 m/s. What adjustments should be made?
💡 Hint: Consider how normalization relates to reference points.
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