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What are the two options for girders in composite sections mentioned?
What are the two options for girders in composite sections mentioned?
- Steel trusses and reinforced concrete beams
- Concrete beams and wooden trusses
- Precast concrete supports and traditional girders
- Composite trusses and fabricated tapered beams (correct)
Which of the following can be done to control floor vibrations in composite sections?
Which of the following can be done to control floor vibrations in composite sections?
- Utilize a lighter beam material
- Remove damping materials from the system
- Decrease the thickness of the slab
- Increase the overall stiffness of the composite section (correct)
What is a cost-effective solution for connections in composite systems?
What is a cost-effective solution for connections in composite systems?
- Adopting cantilever designs for flexibility
- Using extensive steel reinforcements
- Installing additional support beams
- Implementing a composite connection between the steel beam or column (correct)
Which of these materials can effectively reduce floor vibrations in composite floor systems?
Which of these materials can effectively reduce floor vibrations in composite floor systems?
In which areas of the composite floor system is additional steel mesh reinforcement typically placed?
In which areas of the composite floor system is additional steel mesh reinforcement typically placed?
What potential downside is associated with the solutions for girders in composite sections?
What potential downside is associated with the solutions for girders in composite sections?
What is one method of increasing stiffness in composite sections?
What is one method of increasing stiffness in composite sections?
Why might access to highly skilled technicians be necessary for composite systems?
Why might access to highly skilled technicians be necessary for composite systems?
What role does additional steel reinforcement play in composite floor systems?
What role does additional steel reinforcement play in composite floor systems?
Flashcards
Composite Truss Girders
Composite Truss Girders
Composite trusses can be used to increase the strength and stiffness of composite sections in floor systems.
Fabricated Tapered Beams
Fabricated Tapered Beams
Fabricated tapered beams are another option for enhancing the composite section's second moment of area.
Serviceability Requirements
Serviceability Requirements
Criteria for ensuring the structure's function and comfort; important in composite floor designs.
Floor Vibration Control
Floor Vibration Control
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Composite Section Stiffness
Composite Section Stiffness
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Viscoelastic Damping Materials (VDM)
Viscoelastic Damping Materials (VDM)
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Composite Connection
Composite Connection
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Steel Reinforcement (Mesh)
Steel Reinforcement (Mesh)
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Composite Floor Systems
Composite Floor Systems
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Study Notes
Question 1
- Composite trusses or fabricated tapered beams can be used for girders in composite sections
- Both solutions increase the second moment of area of the composite cross-section, aiding in serviceability and ultimate load requirements
- These solutions can be expensive and labor-intensive, needing well-trained technicians for installation
- Methods require careful installation
Question 2
- Controlling floor vibrations is part of structural serviceability
- Increasing composite section stiffness (e.g., by increasing slab thickness, or steel girder stiffness) or adding damping can be used to control vibrations
- Viscoelastic damping materials (VDMs) can effectively reduce floor vibrations
Question 3
- A cost-effective composite connection between steel beams or columns is a practical alternative
- A detailed explanation of this composite connection is available elsewhere
Question 4
- Adding reinforcing steel mesh to the concrete slab in areas where columns and beams connect (particularly in areas where the load is in bending) can improve composite floor systems.
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