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What does mass represent in an SDOF system?
Think about how weight impacts motion.
Define stiffness in the context of an SDOF system.
Consider how a ruler bends under pressure.
What is represented by the mass in an SDOF system?
Consider how mass affects motion.
True or False: Damping always improves the response of a structure.
Think about balancing acts.
A structure has a mass of 1000 kg and a stiffness of 5000 N/m. Calculate the natural frequency of the system.
Remember the formula for natural frequency.
Explain how reducing the mass of a building can influence its seismic performance.
Consider how lighter objects respond differently to shaking.
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