BC Ch. 2 Matching Part 2

Questions and Answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Composite = Built up of different parts, pieces, or materials. Compression = Direct pushing force, in line with the axis member; the opposite of tension. Deflection = The deformation or displacement of a structural member as a result of loads acting on it. Demising wall = Wall bounding a tenant space.

Match the following types of loads with their descriptions:

Dead load = The weight of a building, including all incorporated materials. Concentrated load = A load acting on a very small area of the structure’s surface. Eccentric load = A force that is perpendicular to the plane of the section but does not pass through the center. Fire load = The potential fuel available for a fire in a building.

Match the following structural components with their characteristics:

Continuous beam = A beam supported at three or more points. Core construction = No external braces involved; bracing is done within the core. Diaphragm floor = A floor designed to stiffen a building against wind and other lateral loads. Cross wall = Any wall at right angles to any other wall; the walls should brace one another.

Match the following types of walls with their definitions:

Composite wall = A wall composed of two or more masonry materials that react together under load. Fire cut = The end of a joist that is cut at an angle to permit the joist to fall out of a wall. Fire resistance = The ability of a material to avoid ignition and the thermal effects of fire. Compression wall = A wall that primarily withstands compression forces. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of loading conditions with their features:

Concentrated load = Opposite of a distributed load. Eccentric load = Force that does not pass through the center of the section. Dead load = Includes the weight of walls, roof, and built-in equipment. Compression = Pushing force in line with the axis member. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following architectural terms with their meanings:

Core construction = Internal bracing without external supports. Fire resistance = Resistance to ignition and combustion. Deflection = Change in shape due to applied loads. Demising wall = Partition wall for tenant spaces. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following safety terms with their descriptions:

Fire load = Potential fuel available for combustion. Fire cut = Specific cut of a joist for safety. Composite = A combination of various materials. Continuous beam = Improves structural stability under load. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their examples:

Dead load = Weight of built-in partitions and ceilings. Cross wall = Walls bracing at right angles. Diaphragm floor = Floors resisting lateral forces. Composite wall = Masonry materials reacting together. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Building Components and Concepts

Composite: Made up of various parts, pieces, or materials.
Composite Wall: Formed from two or more masonry materials working together under load.
Cross Wall: Walls positioned at right angles to each other that provide mutual bracing.

Structural Loads and Forces

Compression: A pushing force aligned along the axis of a member; contrasts with tension.
Concentrated Load: A load applied to a small area of a structure, opposed to a distributed load.
Dead Load: The total weight of a building's construction materials, including walls, floors, ceilings, and fixed services.
Eccentric Load: A force acting perpendicular to a section but not passing through its center, potentially causing bending.

Beam Characteristics

Continuous Beam: Supported at three or more points, enhancing load distribution in case of overload between supports.
Fixed Beam: Rigidly held at both support points, which might lead to structural failure if the connection does not yield properly.
Flitch Plate Girder: Constructed by sandwiching steel between wooden beams for enhanced strength.

Structural Stability and Support

Diaphragm Floor: Reinforces a building against lateral loads, such as wind and seismic activity.
Core Construction: Involves internal bracing within the structure's core, eliminating the need for external braces.

Fire Safety and Resistance

Fire Cut: Joist end cut at an angle to allow for safe detachment during structural failure.
Fire Load: Amount of combustible material available in a building that poses potential fire risk.
Fire Resistance: Material's capability to withstand ignition and slow combustion.
Fire Wall: A structurally stable wall designed to limit fire spread, featuring a fire-resistive rating.

Additional Structural Elements

Foundation: The portion of a building that anchors it to the ground and supports loads from the superstructure.
Demising Wall: Separates tenant spaces within a building, aiding in space division.
Gang Nail: Alternative term for a gusset plate in lightweight wood trusses.

Deflection

Deflection: The alteration in position or shape of a structural element due to applied loads.

Description

Test your knowledge on key concepts in structural engineering, focusing on composite materials, loads, and beam types. This quiz covers essential definitions and principles applicable to various structural components. Perfect for students and professionals looking to refresh their understanding.