Practice Seismic Isolation and Energy Dissipation Systems - 32.15.4 | 32. Response of Structures to Earthquake | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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32.15.4 - Seismic Isolation and Energy Dissipation Systems

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define seismic isolation.

💡 Hint: Think about how a structure reacts during an earthquake.

Question 2

Easy

What are lead rubber bearings?

💡 Hint: Consider the materials that help in managing seismic forces.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary function of seismic isolation systems?

  • To increase building height
  • To allow independent movement from ground motion
  • To reduce weight of the structure

💡 Hint: Think about how structures move during an earthquake.

Question 2

True or False: Friction Pendulum Systems use rolling motion to dissipate energy.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how these systems are designed to counteract movement.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a building utilizing both a seismic isolation and an energy dissipation system. Describe where and how you would implement these systems effectively.

💡 Hint: Think about the source of forces on the building.

Question 2

Evaluate the performance of a structure that incorporates only energy dissipation systems but lacks seismic isolation. How might this impact durability during an earthquake?

💡 Hint: Consider the interaction between energy movement and structural integrity.

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