33.9.1 - Vertical Response Spectra
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What is a vertical response spectrum?
💡 Hint: Think about how it relates to horizontal spectra.
Name one type of structure that must consider vertical motions.
💡 Hint: Consider structures that extend vertically.
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What fraction of horizontal response spectra do vertical response spectra typically represent?
💡 Hint: Consider how different fractions represent vertical aspects.
True or False: Vertical response spectra are irrelevant in the design of cantilevers.
💡 Hint: Think about the structural characteristics of cantilevers.
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A bridge is designed to minimize vertical movements during seismic events. If the horizontal spectra reaches a peak of 0.5g, what would you expect the vertical response spectra to be?
💡 Hint: Recall the ratios we discussed.
Consider how the design of heavy equipment like cranes incorporates vertical response spectra. Describe how engineers analyze potential risks.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications of vertical loading.
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