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capacity spectrum method (analysis and testing techniques, <processes and techniques by specific type>, Processes and Techniques (hierarchy name)) |
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Note: A performance-based seismic analysis technique used to evaluate existing structures and estimate the inelastic response of a structure in an earthquake. The method compares the capacity of the structure (in the form of a pushover curve) with the demand on the structure (in the form of a response spectrum). The graphical intersection of the two curves approximates the response of the structure. |
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capacity spectrum method (preferred,C,U,English-P,D,U,U)
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method, capacity spectrum (C,U,English,UF,U,U)
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