Practice Smart Materials In Vibration Control (1.18.3)

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Question 1.
What are smart materials?
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Think about materials that change with their surroundings.
Question 2.
What do Shape Memory Alloys do?
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Consider heat and transformation.
3Question 3.
What are the primary applications of smart materials?
- Energy dissipation
- Color change
- Thermal insulation
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Think about their key functions.
4Question 4.
True or False: Shape Memory Alloys only function in high temperatures.
- True
- False
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Consider the definition and conditions for SMAs.
Question 5.
Design a small structure using SMAs to enhance vibration control. Consider the pros and cons of incorporating them.
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Think about where you want to apply these materials.
Question 6.
Explain how incorporating Magneto-rheological dampers can affect the overall performance of a multi-story building.
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Consider the effects of continuous changes in the building during shakes.

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