Practice Retrofitting And Strengthening Of Structures (32.14)

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Question 1.
What is retrofitting?
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Think about what we do to older buildings.
Question 2.
Name one method of local retrofitting.
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It involves adding something to the existing structure.
3Question 3.
What is the purpose of retrofitting?
- To build new structures
- To upgrade existing structures for safety
- To demolish old buildings
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Focus on how we make buildings safer.
4Question 4.
True or False: Non-destructive testing can damage the structure.
- True
- False
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Think about what non-destructive means.
Question 5.
Design a retrofitting plan for a school built in 1960, considering its historical value and proximity to a fault line.
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Think about what methods will be effective while keeping design integrity.
Question 6.
Evaluate the impact of not retrofitting a building after it has sustained moderate seismic damage. What could be the long-term consequences?
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Consider the risks involved with neglecting structural integrity.

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