Practice Structural Idealization - 13.1.1 | 13. DIRECT STIFFNESS METHOD | Structural Engineering - Vol 1
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13.1.1 - Structural Idealization

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is structural idealization?

💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of simplifying a structure.

Question 2

Easy

Give an example of a factor to consider in structural idealization.

💡 Hint: This affects how we visualize and calculate the structure.

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Question 1

What is a critical aspect of structural idealization?

  • Model every detail.
  • Neglect essential details.
  • Simplify to retain accuracy.

💡 Hint: What’s the goal of idealization?

Question 2

True or False: Linear analysis generally provides a more accurate prediction of structural behavior under high loads than nonlinear analysis.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the limitations of linear models.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a complex building with various members and connections, identify at least three details that could be neglected in a preliminary analysis without significant impact.

💡 Hint: Focus on items that do not contribute to the main load path.

Question 2

If a structure's foundation is elastic, describe how you would model the supports and why.

💡 Hint: Consider how foundations disperse forces.

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