36.12.2. Use

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does UHS stand for?

   Hint

   Think about how it relates to seismic design.

2. 2.

   Why is Exceedance Probability important?

   Hint

   What does it help in assessing?

3. 3.

   What does UHS represent in career of earthquake engineers?

   • A fixed exceedance probability across all periods
   • Just a general guideline
   • Only for tall buildings

   Hint

   What distinguishes it from general guidelines?

4. 4.

   True or False: The UHS can only be applied to tall buildings.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider who uses UHS and in what contexts.

5. 5.

   Analyze the potential impacts on structural design if a city decided to solely rely on historical earthquake data without producing a UHS. What design issues could arise?

   Hint

   Think about the balance between safety and expense.

6. 6.

   How would you incorporate UHS into the planning of a new high-rise building in a high seismic zone? Outline the major steps.

   Hint

   Consider design considerations across multiple levels: from foundational to structural materials.