Practice Ductility Demand And Capacity In Seismic Design (38.8) - Importance of Ductility

Practice: Ductility Demand and Capacity in Seismic Design

Lesson 38.8Importance of Ductility

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Question 1.
Define ductility demand.
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Focus on what structural response is needed during earthquakes.
Question 2.
What does ductility capacity refer to?
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Consider how much stress a structure can handle.
3Question 3.
What is ductility demand?
- The absolute deformation needed
- The required deformation during seismic events
- The maximum load-bearing capacity
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Focus on the definition of what structures must handle during an earthquake.
4Question 4.
True or False: Ductility capacity is the minimum deformation a structure can withstand.
- True
- False
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Think about maximums versus minimums.
Question 5.
Evaluate a bridge design where the ductility demand is estimated to be 12 cm. If the bridge’s ductility capacity is found to be 10 cm, discuss the implications and redesign strategies.
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Consider material options and the function of connections.
Question 6.
Propose a system to measure the ductility demand on a new high-rise structure built in a seismic zone. Include subject matter coverage in your answer.
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Think about integration of technology and geographic data.

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