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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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:
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:
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:
Match the following types of walls with their definitions:
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Match the following types of loading conditions with their features:
Match the following types of loading conditions with their features:
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Match the following architectural terms with their meanings:
Match the following architectural terms with their meanings:
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Match the following safety terms with their descriptions:
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Match the following concepts with their examples:
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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.
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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.
