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Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What is a Tuned Mass Damper (TMD)?
💡 Hint: Focus on the device's purpose and components.
Question 2
Easy
What is the primary function of base isolation?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens during an earthquake.
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Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the primary function of a Tuned Mass Damper?
💡 Hint: Focus on the TMD's purpose.
Question 2
True or False: Base isolation systems require external energy to function.
💡 Hint: Remember the definition and operational characteristics of these systems.
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Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Design a structural system for a new skyscraper in a seismically active area using a combination of TMDs and base isolation. Justify your choices.
💡 Hint: Consider factors like height, building materials, and local seismic history.
Question 2
Evaluate the effectiveness of using friction dampers in an existing building that suffers from excessive lateral sway. Include potential drawbacks.
💡 Hint: Take into account the balance between efficiency and maintenance.
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