Practice Pushover Analysis and Capacity Spectrum Method - 32.11 | 32. Response of Structures to Earthquake | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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32.11 - Pushover Analysis and Capacity Spectrum Method

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is pushover analysis?

💡 Hint: Think about how structural engineers test buildings.

Question 2

Easy

Define capacity curve.

💡 Hint: What key parameters are being compared?

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary function of pushover analysis?

  • To test structural material
  • To assess seismic performance
  • To calculate wind load

💡 Hint: Consider which forces the analysis is concerned with.

Question 2

True or False: The capacity curve may change as the structure is pushed to failure.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how structures degrade over time.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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