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What is an impulse response function?
Think about how a quick push affects an object.
What shape does the graph of an undamped system typically take?
Consider how a pendulum swings.
What characterizes an undamped system?
Consider the behavior of a pendulum without friction.
True or False? Critically damped systems oscillate back and forth.
Think about how fast a system can come to rest.
Analyze a structure with a known damping ratio. If the damping ratio is affected by changes in material, how would that influence the design?
Consider how different materials can affect energy loss in a structure.
Consider a bridge during an earthquake. Describe how impulse response principles would influence design choices.
Think about both the structure's ability to withstand forces and the comfort for occupants.
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