36.13.2. Application

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does CMS stand for?

   Hint

   Look for the term that includes 'Mean Spectrum'.

2. 2.

   True or False: CMS is used solely for generic designs.

   Hint

   Think about whether CMS is general or specific.

3. 3.

   What is the primary benefit of using CMS over UHS?

   • It is simpler to calculate
   • It reduces over-conservatism in design
   • It is only useful for large structures

   Hint

   Think about what over-conservatism means in structural design.

4. 4.

   True or False: CMS cannot be used in nonlinear time history analysis.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall what CMS is designed to do in terms of analysis.

5. 5.

   Consider designing a multi-story building in a seismic zone. Describe the steps you would take to incorporate CMS into your design process.

   Hint

   Think through the design process sequentially.

6. 6.

   Analyze how a significant urban hospital could utilize CMS to enhance its seismic resiliency compared to traditional methods.

   Hint

   Consider the importance of specific performance goals in critical infrastructure.