32.11 - Pushover Analysis and Capacity Spectrum Method
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What is pushover analysis?
💡 Hint: Think about how structural engineers test buildings.
Define capacity curve.
💡 Hint: What key parameters are being compared?
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What is the primary function of pushover analysis?
💡 Hint: Consider which forces the analysis is concerned with.
True or False: The capacity curve may change as the structure is pushed to failure.
💡 Hint: Think about how structures degrade over time.
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Analyze a hypothetical mid-rise building subjected to pushover analysis. Describe how you would construct the capacity curve, and what data you would need for proper evaluation.
💡 Hint: Consider how you would gather data during loading.
Given the limitations of pushover analysis, propose an alternative analysis method for a tall structure and justify your choice.
💡 Hint: Think about dynamic versus static methods.
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