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What is the primary load-carrying element in a concrete frame structure?
What is the primary load-carrying element in a concrete frame structure?
Reinforced concrete is stronger in tension than compression.
Reinforced concrete is stronger in tension than compression.
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What is the full name of RCC?
What is the full name of RCC?
Reinforced Cement Concrete
The mold used to hold liquid concrete until it hardens is called __________.
The mold used to hold liquid concrete until it hardens is called __________.
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Match the following components of a concrete frame structure with their descriptions:
Match the following components of a concrete frame structure with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT a component of concrete mix design?
Which of the following is NOT a component of concrete mix design?
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Concrete reaches its full strength within 24 hours after pouring.
Concrete reaches its full strength within 24 hours after pouring.
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What must be done to concrete during the curing process?
What must be done to concrete during the curing process?
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What is the primary purpose of shear walls in high-rise buildings?
What is the primary purpose of shear walls in high-rise buildings?
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Wind loads are typically calculated based on everyday wind conditions.
Wind loads are typically calculated based on everyday wind conditions.
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What is one common wind force a building may be required to resist?
What is one common wind force a building may be required to resist?
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In an earthquake, the building shakes ___ and ___ due to ground movement.
In an earthquake, the building shakes ___ and ___ due to ground movement.
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Match the following elements with their primary functions in a concrete frame building:
Match the following elements with their primary functions in a concrete frame building:
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a heavy wall material?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a heavy wall material?
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Concrete frame structures can only support vertical loads.
Concrete frame structures can only support vertical loads.
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What factor makes shear walls unnecessary in certain structures?
What factor makes shear walls unnecessary in certain structures?
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What does the number in standard mixes like M20, M30, and M40 indicate?
What does the number in standard mixes like M20, M30, and M40 indicate?
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Moment connections in concrete frame structures are commonly used in 99.9% of cases.
Moment connections in concrete frame structures are commonly used in 99.9% of cases.
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What is considered the maximum aggregate size in M30/20 concrete?
What is considered the maximum aggregate size in M30/20 concrete?
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The downwards force on a building from its own weight is referred to as ________.
The downwards force on a building from its own weight is referred to as ________.
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What is the minimum live load for residential structures as commonly specified in building codes?
What is the minimum live load for residential structures as commonly specified in building codes?
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Match the type of load with its description:
Match the type of load with its description:
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Hinged connections are the primary type of connection used in concrete frame structures.
Hinged connections are the primary type of connection used in concrete frame structures.
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Concrete frame structures are built to resist various ________ that act on a building during its life.
Concrete frame structures are built to resist various ________ that act on a building during its life.
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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of reinforced concrete frame structures?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of reinforced concrete frame structures?
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Steel structures are more flexible than reinforced concrete structures.
Steel structures are more flexible than reinforced concrete structures.
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What is the primary disadvantage of reinforced concrete in high earthquake zones?
What is the primary disadvantage of reinforced concrete in high earthquake zones?
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At __________ degrees Celsius, mild steel can lose almost half of its strength.
At __________ degrees Celsius, mild steel can lose almost half of its strength.
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Match the following characteristics with their respective structure type:
Match the following characteristics with their respective structure type:
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Which material is NOT commonly used as cladding for concrete frame buildings?
Which material is NOT commonly used as cladding for concrete frame buildings?
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Reinforced concrete structures are fully recyclable.
Reinforced concrete structures are fully recyclable.
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What is a major safety concern for steel frame structures in the event of a fire?
What is a major safety concern for steel frame structures in the event of a fire?
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What is the main reason for protecting steel in buildings from fire or high temperature?
What is the main reason for protecting steel in buildings from fire or high temperature?
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Steel construction is heavier than concrete construction.
Steel construction is heavier than concrete construction.
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What is the preferred method of steel construction that involves shipping pre-fabricated components to the site?
What is the preferred method of steel construction that involves shipping pre-fabricated components to the site?
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Steel construction is most often used in __________ buildings because of its strength and speed of construction.
Steel construction is most often used in __________ buildings because of its strength and speed of construction.
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Which of the following types of buildings does NOT typically utilize steel construction?
Which of the following types of buildings does NOT typically utilize steel construction?
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Match the type of steel building construction with its description:
Match the type of steel building construction with its description:
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The weight difference between a concrete building and a steel framed building is approximately 12 times lighter for the steel structure.
The weight difference between a concrete building and a steel framed building is approximately 12 times lighter for the steel structure.
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Temporary structures made of steel can be quickly __________ and removed.
Temporary structures made of steel can be quickly __________ and removed.
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Study Notes
Concrete Frame Structures (Skeleton System)
- Concrete frame structures are a common type of modern building.
- The frame is made up of horizontal beams and vertical columns.
- Slabs form the flat surfaces on which humans walk.
- Columns are the primary load-carrying elements.
- Damage to a beam or slab affects only one floor, while damage to a column can bring down the entire building.
- In the building trade, concrete actually refers to reinforced concrete.
- Reinforced cement concrete (RCC) contains steel bars called reinforcement bars or rebars.
- Concrete is strong in compression, easy to produce onsite, and inexpensive.
Steel Reinforcement
- Steel is strong in tension.
- To make reinforced concrete, a mold (formwork) is first created to contain the liquid concrete.
- Steel reinforcement bars are placed within the formwork and tied in place.
- This creates a reinforcement cage.
- Concrete is mixed with cement, sand, gravel, and water using a cement mixer.
- Concrete is poured into the formwork until the right level is reached.
- Concrete hardens within hours and reaches full strength in 28 days, usually supported during this time.
- Concrete curing requires water on the surface, essential for chemical reactions.
- Concrete mix design is a science, involving precise proportions of ingredients.
Concrete Mix Design & Properties
- Mix designers start with desired mix properties and consider many factors.
- A site engineer might order a different mix for specific purposes (e.g., a more flowable mix for hard-to-reach areas).
- Common concrete mixes use designations like M20, M30, or M40, referring to the compressive strength (in N/mm2).
- M30/20 concrete means an M30 strength with a 20mm maximum aggregate size.
Building Loads
- Dead loads: The weight of the building itself, including structural elements, walls, facades, etc.
- Live loads: The weight of occupants, furniture, books, etc. (specified in building codes).
- Wind loads: Important for tall buildings, calculated based on extreme 100-year wind conditions.
- Earthquake loads: Horizontal forces on the building, unlike gravity forces, which are vertical.
Concrete Frame Foundations
- Concrete frames rest on foundations that transfer building forces to the ground.
Additional Structural Components
- Shear walls: Large columns in high-rise buildings used to resist horizontal forces like wind and earthquakes. They only work in one horizontal direction.
- Elevator shafts: Vertical concrete boxes which enclose elevators within. These help to resist horizontal loads and carry vertical loads.
Concrete Frame Walls and Cladding
- Concrete frame buildings use various materials for walls (e.g., brick, concrete blocks, stone, drywall).
- Cladding materials may include glass, aluminum, stone sheets, or ceramic facades.
Concrete Frame Advantages and Disadvantages
- Advantages: Low cost, good safety, high compressive strength, readily available materials, ease of construction, and good resistance against fire.
- Disadvantages: Lower safety compared to steel (in fire protection issues excluding), seasonal operation limitations in cold/hot weather, larger area occupation, lower tensile strength (not recommended in high earthquake zones), and weak architectural design flexibility.
Steel Frame Advantages and Disadvantages
- Advantages: High strength, low weight, rapid construction, flexible structure, can bend without cracking, and great resistance to dynamic forces.
- Disadvantages: Loss of strength at high temperatures, susceptibility to fire, and tendency for corrosion in humid or marine environments.
Construction Techniques
- Conventional steel fabrication: Cutting and welding steel members on-site.
- Bolted steel construction: Fabricating components in workshops then bolting them together at the site.
Steel Frame Weight Comparison
- Steel frame structures are significantly lighter than concrete alternatives, especially in multi-story structures.
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