Live Loads

Live loads, also known as super-imposed loads, consist of moving or variable loads due to people, furniture, machinery, etc. They can impact the structural integrity and safety of buildings by exerting force on the structure and influencing its design and capacity.

Wind loads are forces caused by wind that can result in uplift on a building, affecting pressure distribution on the structure. These loads increase with building height and can impact the structural stability and design considerations.

Dimensional stability refers to the ability of building materials and structures to resist dimensional changes caused by elastic and plastic deformations from applied loads, as well as expansion and contraction due to temperature and moisture variations.

<p>Comfort and convenience are crucial factors in building planning, involving considerations such as space utilization, lighting, and orientation to ensure optimal living or working conditions for occupants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Moisture presence in building structures can deteriorate material strength, reduce durability, and lead to potential structural issues, making resistance to moisture penetration a critical aspect for building longevity and safety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Floors, walls, and roofs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The stages a building project goes through from its initiation to its completion and eventual disposal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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