36.11.3 - Code Requirements
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What is the purpose of IS 1893 in seismic design?
💡 Hint: Think about what standards are necessary for safety.
Name one code that provides guidelines for seismic design.
💡 Hint: Look for internationally recognized standards.
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What do ASCE 7 and IS 1893 provide guidelines for?
💡 Hint: Consider what natural events these codes aim to protect against.
True or False: Ground motion selection involves only picking the first five records you find.
💡 Hint: Think about the thoroughness needed in engineering.
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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.
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?
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