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Modal mass

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Jordy-scher

Structural
Mar 7, 2024
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Hi, I have a question about my modal mass in mode 1

My total modal mass = 87x10^6 kg

Maximum joint displacement in mode 1: 6,8 mm

When I calculate my modal mass for mode 1:
1 / (6,8*10^-3) = 147
127^2 = 21575 kg

The building acts like a cantilever beam, so I expect for the modal mass for mode 1: 0,25*M;tot

It looks like I miss x1000 in my answer. The unit I use in ETABS is kg.

Does someone have an idea about this?
 
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