36.3.3 - Dynamic Soil Properties
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What does shear modulus (G) indicate in soil mechanics?
💡 Hint: Consider how soil reacts to sliding forces.
Define the damping ratio (ξ).
💡 Hint: Think about how energy is absorbed during vibrations.
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What does the shear modulus (G) measure?
💡 Hint: Think about how the soil behaves under pushing forces.
True or False: The damping ratio measures the energy dissipation capacity of soil.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens during vibrations.
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Discuss the implications of varying shear modulus in a multi-layer soil system during an earthquake. How would engineers address these variations in their design?
💡 Hint: Think about how different layers affect overall stability.
Evaluate how the unit weight of soil can affect the calculations for the bearing capacity of a foundation during seismic loading.
💡 Hint: Consider the weight of the soil above when analyzing foundations.
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