Practice Energy Dissipation Devices (Dampers) - 43.3.3 | 43. Vibration Control Measures | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What type of damper uses fluid viscosity?

💡 Hint: Think about how fluids resist motion.

Question 2

Easy

Which dampers are known for being economical and simple?

💡 Hint: They rely on the friction between surfaces.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

Which type of damper uses fluid viscosity to resist motion?

  • Viscous Dampers
  • Friction Dampers
  • Metallic Yield Dampers

💡 Hint: Focus on how fluids behave under motion.

Question 2

True or False: Metallic yield dampers can be reused after they yield.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider their material properties.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a hypothetical scenario where a structure experiences significant seismic activity. Which type of damper would you choose and why?

💡 Hint: Think about the structure's importance and how often it might face seismic challenges.

Question 2

Discuss the factors that might lead to the failure of viscoelastic dampers in a very cold climate. What would you recommend?

💡 Hint: Consider how temperature affects material properties.

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