36.11.3. Code Requirements

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of IS 1893 in seismic design?

   Hint

   Think about what standards are necessary for safety.

2. 2.

   Name one code that provides guidelines for seismic design.

   Hint

   Look for internationally recognized standards.

3. 3.

   What do ASCE 7 and IS 1893 provide guidelines for?

   • Structural aesthetics
   • Seismic design
   • Interior design

   Hint

   Consider what natural events these codes aim to protect against.

4. 4.

   True or False: Ground motion selection involves only picking the first five records you find.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the thoroughness needed in engineering.

5. 5.

   Discuss the consequences of ignoring the code requirements for ground motion scaling when designing a new skyscraper in a seismic zone.

   Hint

   Consider how safety standards protect both lives and investments.

6. 6.

   You are tasked with selecting ground motions for an analysis of a new structure. What methods would you employ to ensure your selection meets IS 1893 guidelines?

   Hint

   What characteristics are important in matching real-world conditions?