Practice Retrofitting And Strengthening Of Existing Structures (44.10) - Important Points in Mitigating Effects of Earthquake on Structures

Practice: Retrofitting and Strengthening of Existing Structures

Lesson 44.10Important Points in Mitigating Effects of Earthquake on Structures

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Question 1.
What is one reason for retrofitting older buildings?
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Think about the building's original design standards.
Question 2.
Name one retrofitting technique.
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Consider methods used to increase strength.
3Question 3.
Why is retrofitting necessary for older buildings?
- To beautify them
- To repair damage and enhance seismic safety
- To change their function
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Think about the risks involved with old buildings during earthquakes.
4Question 4.
True or False: Retrofitting can increase a building's resilience to seismic forces.
- True
- False
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Consider the impact of safe structures in an earthquake.
Question 5.
Design a retrofitting plan for a fictional building that was built in the 1970s, detailing at least three specific strategies you would employ and justify their effectiveness in increasing seismic resistance.
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Consider the materials and structural weaknesses common in that era.
Question 6.
Explain how the cost of retrofitting impacts the decision-making process for building owners, and what may influence them to choose to retrofit or not.
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Think about the financial versus safety implications in your explanation.

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