Practice Code Requirements - 36.11.3 | 36. Site Specific Response Spectrum | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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36.11.3 - Code Requirements

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of IS 1893 in seismic design?

💡 Hint: Think about what standards are necessary for safety.

Question 2

Easy

Name one code that provides guidelines for seismic design.

💡 Hint: Look for internationally recognized standards.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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