frame function, selection critiea, advantages Flashcards
What is the primary function of framed buildings?
To transmit loads through structural frames instead of relying on load-bearing walls.
This allows for more efficient use of space and greater flexibility in building design.
What are the advantages of frame buildings?
- Reduction in overall house mass
- Strong building materials
- Smaller structural size
- Durability allowing for component replacement
These advantages contribute to cost efficiency and functionality.
What type of buildings are framed structures sustainable for?
Medium to high-rise buildings.
Framed structures support external weatherproof walling and roofs.
Why do high-rise buildings require structural frames?
To avoid the need for enormous load-bearing structures at lower levels.
This structural approach maximizes usable floor area.
What should modern multi-storey commercial buildings be designed for?
- Needs of proposed occupiers
- Future occupiers
This ensures the buildings remain functional and relevant over time.
What are skeleton frames?
Rectangular frames placed at 90 degrees to each other, transmitting loads from member to member until transferred to soil.
This design is essential for stability in framed buildings.
What factors influence the choice of frame materials?
- Site condition
- Economics
- Labor and material availability
- Time factor
- Health and safety
- Environmental presence
- Capital and maintenance cost
These factors are critical for effective building design.
List some materials that frame buildings can be made from.
- Structural steel
- Reinforced concrete
- Laminated timber
Each material has its own benefits and applications.
What is the Hmogenius model used for?
Rapid prediction of effective mechanical properties.
This model aids in understanding material behavior under various conditions.
What does ‘monolithic’ refer to in building context?
Formed of a single block of stone.
Monolithic structures are often considered for their strength and durability.
What is thixotropic behavior?
The decrease in viscosity over time with applied shear stress.
This property is important for materials used in construction that must flow under pressure.
True or False: Framed buildings are less flexible in design compared to traditional load-bearing structures.
False.
Framed buildings allow for greater flexibility in space utilization.
What is the primary function of framed buildings?
To transmit loads through structural frames instead of relying on load-bearing walls.
This allows for more efficient use of space and greater flexibility in building design.
What are the advantages of frame buildings?
- Reduction in overall house mass
- Strong building materials
- Smaller structural size
- Durability allowing for component replacement
These advantages contribute to cost efficiency and functionality.
What type of buildings are framed structures sustainable for?
Medium to high-rise buildings.
Framed structures support external weatherproof walling and roofs.
Why do high-rise buildings require structural frames?
To avoid the need for enormous load-bearing structures at lower levels.
This structural approach maximizes usable floor area.
What should modern multi-storey commercial buildings be designed for?
- Needs of proposed occupiers
- Future occupiers
This ensures the buildings remain functional and relevant over time.
What are skeleton frames?
Rectangular frames placed at 90 degrees to each other, transmitting loads from member to member until transferred to soil.
This design is essential for stability in framed buildings.
What factors influence the choice of frame materials?
- Site condition
- Economics
- Labor and material availability
- Time factor
- Health and safety
- Environmental presence
- Capital and maintenance cost
These factors are critical for effective building design.
List some materials that frame buildings can be made from.
- Structural steel
- Reinforced concrete
- Laminated timber
Each material has its own benefits and applications.
What is the Hmogenius model used for?
Rapid prediction of effective mechanical properties.
This model aids in understanding material behavior under various conditions.
What does ‘monolithic’ refer to in building context?
Formed of a single block of stone.
Monolithic structures are often considered for their strength and durability.
What is thixotropic behavior?
The decrease in viscosity over time with applied shear stress.
This property is important for materials used in construction that must flow under pressure.
True or False: Framed buildings are less flexible in design compared to traditional load-bearing structures.
False.
Framed buildings allow for greater flexibility in space utilization.
