Practice Hybrid Control Systems - 43.6 | 43. Vibration Control Measures | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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43.6 - Hybrid Control Systems

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Question 1 Easy

What does a hybrid control system combine?

💡 Hint: Think about the two types of systems.

Question 2 Easy

Why is redundancy important in hybrid systems?

💡 Hint: What happens when part of a safety system stops working?

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of hybrid control systems?

To reduce costs
To integrate safety
To enhance performance during dynamic loads

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to structures during earthquakes.

Question 2

True or False: Hybrid control systems rely solely on passive components.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the definition of hybrid.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Propose a hybrid control system design for a newly planned skyscraper in a seismically active region. Consider the materials and technologies you would implement.

💡 Hint: Think about how different components can work synergistically to enhance safety.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the effectiveness of a combined passive-active system in mitigating structural vibrations compared to each system working alone. Discuss potential gains and limitations.

💡 Hint: Consider both cost and performance outcomes.

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