Practice Types Of Irregularities (is 1893 Clause 7.1) (40.13.1)

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Question 1.
Define plan irregularity.
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Think about the horizontal layout of a building.
Question 2.
What is a torsional irregularity?
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It involves twisting caused by unequal movement.
3Question 3.
What is torsional irregularity?
- A lack of vertical support
- Uneven lateral displacement
- Excessive weight at the top
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It involves how a structure moves sideways during an earthquake.
4Question 4.
True or False: Geometric irregularities do not affect seismic performance.
- True
- False
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Think about how shapes can impact stability.
Question 5.
A multi-story building has a soft first floor and a heavy rooftop garden. Discuss the implications of these elements on the design strategy during an earthquake.
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Consider how both elements affect lateral loads.
Question 6.
Evaluate the potential risks of a building with re-entrant corners during an earthquake, including suggested design improvements.
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Think about how shapes can influence stability.

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