Elements of Skeleton System: Beams

A horizontal element of a structure that spans between one or more supports.

True (A)

<p>Depth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>larger</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The maximum stress on the beam should not exceed the safe stress limits for the material, and the deflection should not exceed the specified limits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Deflection refers to the deformation of a beam from its original position when subjected to a load.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A plinth beam is located at the foundation level, supporting the masonry walls, while a coping beam is placed at the top of a parapet wall, protecting the wall from damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tie beam = Supports masonry above the plinth, often in the perimeter of a building Ground beam = Supports the load of the superstructure above the foundation Plinth beam = The first beam constructed in the skeletal structure, usually below the foundation Sill beam = A horizontal support below a window, often used in walls Lintel = Supports the weight above an opening like a door or window Band/Ring beam = Runs continuously around the perimeter of a building, supporting floors and roof loads Roof beams = Support the roof structure and distribute loads to columns Hidden beam = Not visible after the slab is cast, supporting masonry walls Inverted beam = Placed below the slab, often used for sunk slabs or porches Coping beam = Placed at the top of a parapet wall, protecting bricks from damage Simply supported beam = Supported at two points, with a pinned support at one end and a roller support at the other Cantilever beam = Fixed at one end and free at the other, extending outward Overhanging beam = Extending beyond the supports, with one or both ends unsupported Continuous beam = Supported at multiple points, with more than two supports Grid beams = A set of beams in two perpendicular directions, supporting a slab above Portal beam = A structure with an integrated beam and two columns</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A sill beam supports the load above a window opening, preventing the wall from cracking under stress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A simply supported beam has two supports, one pinned and one with a roller, while a continuous beam has more than two supports.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Requires more complex design and construction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A pergola is a structure made of beams with smaller spacing that doesn't have a slab above. It's often found at terrace levels for architectural purposes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An arch beam is a compression member, meaning it experiences compressive forces along its length.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A horizontal structural element that spans between supports.

Beams support loads above, below, or between them, or to connect structural elements.

Beams are categorized into types, including those in substructures (below plinth) and superstructures (above plinth).

A beam used to tie columns together in substructure.

A beam located at ground level, supporting the structure's load.

Beam laid above the foundation, typically supporting floor or roof loads.

A beam placed below a window.

A beam that spans columns, perimeter and supports loads.

A beam above a door or window opening, supporting a wall or roof.

A beam supporting the roof structure.

A beam not visible after the slab is cast. It supports loads from walls.

A beam with the slab below it, commonly in porches or sunken areas.

Beam on top of a wall, protecting it from wear.

Beam supported at two points.

Beam fixed at one end, free at the other.

Beam supported at multiple points.

Beam extending past its supports.

Most common beam shape, with a larger depth than width.

A set of beams with no slab above, typically an architectural feature.

Set of beams in perpendicular directions, supporting a slab.

Beam and columns that integrate.

A curved structural component used as a beam.

How loads from occupants and items are transferred through slabs to beams then to columns.