Steel is a versatile material that is commonly used for large scale construction projects due to its strength, durability, and cost-effectiveness. Steel trusses are a type of structure frequently employed in buildings to provide support for roofs, floors, and other loads. They consist of compression and tension elements arranged in a triangulated pattern, allowing them to efficiently span long distances with minimal material. Common types of steel truss designs include Pratt, Warren, and Fink configurations. Truss members are often made of angles, channels, tubes, or other standard steel sections joined together with bolted or welded connections.
This document discusses roof trusses, including their components, designs, fabrication, installation, and safety. It covers truss types, principles of design, how they are assembled using metal connectors, how they provide structure and span for roofs, and how to properly install and brace trusses. Safety measures are emphasized, such as using fall protection when working on trusses.
Precast concrete construction involves casting concrete structural elements at a manufacturing facility rather than on site. This allows for rapid construction, high quality control, and easy incorporation of prestressing. Precast concrete provides advantages like speed of erection, durability, and economy, but also has disadvantages such as weight, limited flexibility in design, and need for skilled workmanship and lifting equipment on site. Common precast concrete elements include walls, slabs, beams, and structural framing using techniques like welded plates and rebar splicing.
This presentation discusses prefabricated building components. It covers prefabrication systems including large panel systems, frame systems, and slab-column systems. Manufacturing processes are described for various components like roof slabs, floor slabs, waffle slabs, wall panels, shear walls, beams, and columns. Specific component types like floor slabs, waffle slabs, wall panels, and shear walls are explained in more detail. Architectural and structural design aspects of using prefabricated components are also addressed.
Prefabrication is the practice of assembling components of a structure in a factory or other manufacturing site, and transporting them to the construction site where the structure is to be located.
Formwork is used to create structures out of concrete that is poured into molds. It can be made from materials like steel, wood, aluminum, or prefabricated forms. Construction of formwork takes up 20-25% of total structure costs and involves supporting structures and molds. Proper formwork is designed to be easily removable, economical, leakproof, durable, rigid, provide smooth surfaces, be strong, and have adequate supports. Common types include conventional timber formwork, engineered prefabricated formwork, and modern systems like flying forms. Materials used include steel, plywood, plastic, and aluminum. Proper bracing and construction is needed to avoid failures from improper stripping, inadequate bracing, vibration
Trusses are commonly used in buildings to span long distances and carry heavy loads. Steel trusses are preferred over wood trusses for their strength, simplicity of installation, and durability without risk of rotting. Various types of trusses include king post, queen post, Howe, Pratt, and fan trusses used in roofs, as well as north light trusses traditionally used for industrial buildings to maximize natural lighting. Larger spans may use tubular steel, quadrangular, or gusset plate connected trusses, while galvanized steel sheets are often used for roofing material.
This document discusses roof trusses, including their components, designs, fabrication, installation, and safety. It covers truss types, principles of design, how they are assembled using metal connectors, how they provide structure and span for roofs, and how to properly install and brace trusses. Safety measures are emphasized, such as using fall protection when working on trusses.
Precast concrete construction involves casting concrete structural elements at a manufacturing facility rather than on site. This allows for rapid construction, high quality control, and easy incorporation of prestressing. Precast concrete provides advantages like speed of erection, durability, and economy, but also has disadvantages such as weight, limited flexibility in design, and need for skilled workmanship and lifting equipment on site. Common precast concrete elements include walls, slabs, beams, and structural framing using techniques like welded plates and rebar splicing.
This presentation discusses prefabricated building components. It covers prefabrication systems including large panel systems, frame systems, and slab-column systems. Manufacturing processes are described for various components like roof slabs, floor slabs, waffle slabs, wall panels, shear walls, beams, and columns. Specific component types like floor slabs, waffle slabs, wall panels, and shear walls are explained in more detail. Architectural and structural design aspects of using prefabricated components are also addressed.
Prefabrication is the practice of assembling components of a structure in a factory or other manufacturing site, and transporting them to the construction site where the structure is to be located.
Formwork is used to create structures out of concrete that is poured into molds. It can be made from materials like steel, wood, aluminum, or prefabricated forms. Construction of formwork takes up 20-25% of total structure costs and involves supporting structures and molds. Proper formwork is designed to be easily removable, economical, leakproof, durable, rigid, provide smooth surfaces, be strong, and have adequate supports. Common types include conventional timber formwork, engineered prefabricated formwork, and modern systems like flying forms. Materials used include steel, plywood, plastic, and aluminum. Proper bracing and construction is needed to avoid failures from improper stripping, inadequate bracing, vibration
Trusses are commonly used in buildings to span long distances and carry heavy loads. Steel trusses are preferred over wood trusses for their strength, simplicity of installation, and durability without risk of rotting. Various types of trusses include king post, queen post, Howe, Pratt, and fan trusses used in roofs, as well as north light trusses traditionally used for industrial buildings to maximize natural lighting. Larger spans may use tubular steel, quadrangular, or gusset plate connected trusses, while galvanized steel sheets are often used for roofing material.
Waterproofing is done to prevent water from penetrating buildings. It involves applying membrane barriers like bitumen or PVC during construction. It can also be done later to address leaks. Common areas waterproofed include bathrooms, terraces, basements, and roofs. Materials used include cement, sand, metal chips, brick bats, and waterproofing chemicals. Techniques include applying cement coats sloped away from the building, with brick bats or tiles in between coats. Thorough preparation and multiple curing coats are important for effective waterproofing.
Shoring is the construction of a temporary structure to support an unsafe or unstable structure. There are three main types of shoring: raking shores, flying shores, and dead shores. Raking shores use inclined members called rakers to provide lateral support to walls. Flying shores provide temporary support between party walls when an intermediate building is demolished. Dead shores provide vertical support to walls and structures when the lower part of a wall is removed, such as to add an opening.
This is useful for civil engineering students in their subject Building construction offered by GTU. This presentation includes Timbering of trenches, Scaffolding, Shoring 7 underpinning techniques used in construction of building for temporary period of time.
Waffle slabs are reinforced concrete slabs reinforced in two orthogonal directions, forming a ribbed plate. They are characterized by their total edge height, lightening block height, rib spacing, rib thickness, and compression layer thickness. Waffle slabs can adequately support distributed and point loads in two directions. Benefits include flexibility, light weight allowing longer spans, fast construction, slim depths, robustness, vibration control, thermal mass, and durability. Waffle slabs are constructed with ribs forming a grid pattern and solid fills at supports. Larger spans may use post-tensioning or joist construction. Proper design considers loads, materials, deformations, and tile installation compatibility.
Trusses are triangular frameworks that use members in axial compression and tension to support loads. They are commonly used for roofs, floors, and bridges to span long distances. The main types are Pratt, Warren, Fink, and North Light trusses. Pratt trusses have diagonal members that slant down toward the middle, while Warren trusses have alternating compression and tension diagonals. Fink and North Light trusses are typically used for shorter roof spans. Truss members can be made of structural steel with standard cross sections like boxes, rectangles, and HEA shapes.
This document discusses precast concrete construction. Some key points:
- Precast concrete elements are cast and cured off-site then transported for assembly, allowing more efficient production and quality control.
- Elements include slabs, beams, columns, and wall panels that are joined on-site through embedded bolts, plates, and grouted connections.
- The precasting process involves casting concrete around prestressing strands to add strength, then cutting sections and transporting them for erection.
This document discusses different types of roofs and roof elements. It provides details on:
- Qualities a roof should have like weather resistance, durability, insulation, and requiring minimal maintenance.
- Roof elements like pitch, coverings, verges, ridges, eaves, dormers, and valleys.
- Different types of pitched roofs using timber or steel trusses, as well as roofs with dormers or flat roofs.
The document discusses different types of building cladding materials and systems. It describes cladding as the exterior skin of a building that provides protection from weather elements while serving decorative purposes. Some key types of cladding mentioned include curtain wall systems, attached panels, and infill systems. The document also discusses various cladding materials used for interior and exterior applications such as timber, stone, brick, and metal. It provides details on installation methods and advantages of different cladding options.
The document discusses tensioned fabric structures, which use fabric materials stretched over frameworks to form exterior shells. Some key advantages of fabric structures include their lightweight and flexible nature, environmental sensitivity, and high strength-to-weight ratio. However, they also have disadvantages like lack of rigidity and potential instability if tension is lost. The document describes different types of fabric structures defined by their support systems, as well as common membrane materials, hardware components, drainage methods, and environmental impacts.
This document provides an overview of structural steel work. It defines common sections used in steel construction like beams, angles, channels, tees, and their applications. It also discusses bolts, rivets, and welding as connection methods. The advantages of steel structures are listed as lightness, strength, ease of fabrication and erection. Disadvantages include susceptibility to corrosion and deformation due to small member sizes. The document compares steel frames to reinforced concrete and provides details on standard steel shapes, bars, angles, channels, tubes and their specifications.
The document discusses different types of lintels and arches used in building construction. It describes lintels as horizontal structural members placed across openings to support the structure above. Various lintel materials include timber, stone, brick, reinforced brick, steel, and reinforced concrete. Arches are structures that span openings and support weight below through arch action. Key arch types include flat, semi-circular, segmental, relieving, parabolic, and others defined by their geometric shape. Arches are classified based on materials like brick, stone, concrete, metal and wood. Factors in arch construction and methods to prevent arch failure are also summarized.
Flat slabs are reinforced concrete slabs that are supported directly by columns without beams. They provide minimum depth, fast construction, and flexible column placement. There are four main types: slabs without drops and with column heads, slabs with drops and without column heads, slabs with both drops and column heads, and typical flat slabs. Column heads increase shear strength while drops increase shear strength and negative moment capacity. Flat slab systems can be either one-way or two-way depending on span ratios and load distribution. Advantages include simple formwork, no beams, and minimum depth, while disadvantages include potential interference from drops.
After viewing this program, you will be able to:
• Identify the difference between precast/pre-stressed concrete and tilt up concrete structures
• Explain the benefits of using tilt up concrete
• Discuss the design considerations for tilt up concrete structures
• BIM into precast / Tilt up concrete
Shell structures- advanced building constructionShweta Modi
This document discusses different types of shell structures used in construction. It begins by defining shell structures as thin curved membranes or slabs, usually of reinforced concrete, that function as both structure and covering. It then describes various forms of curvature for shells including surfaces of revolution, translation, and ruled surfaces. It discusses developable and non-developable shells and provides examples of different shell structures like barrel vaults, domes, folded plates, and more. It also covers topics like suitable materials, centering, and construction of reinforced concrete barrel vaults.
This document provides information on roof trusses, including their components, types, advantages, and uses. It discusses the need for roof trusses to provide clear spans, headroom, and ventilation. Various factors that affect truss selection are outlined. Common truss types include king post and queen post trusses, which differ in their use of vertical posts and beams. Steel trusses are often used for larger spans. Roof coverings like thatch, wood shingles, tiles, asbestos cement sheets, and galvanized iron sheets are also overviewed.
Slip form construction is a method where concrete is poured into a continuously moving form to construct structures without joints. There are two main types - vertical slip forming used for tall structures like buildings and towers, and horizontal slip forming for pavement. The moving formwork is supported by hydraulic jacks and remains intact until the entire structure is completed, allowing faster construction at lower cost compared to traditional formwork. Slip forming produces monolithic, jointless structures but requires careful planning of the construction process and a skilled workforce.
Precast concrete is a construction product produced by casting concrete in reusable molds in a controlled environment, then transporting and assembling on site. It enables faster construction with less weather dependence and improved quality control. Precast concrete provides structural strength and durability while allowing flexibility in shapes and finishes. Though precast reduces on-site work, connection design between pieces can be challenging. Overall, precast construction responds well to market demands for speed, quality, and standardized design.
This document discusses different types of roof trusses used in construction. It describes common trusses, which are used to build sloped roofs with a bottom chord and two top chords meeting at the peak. Other types discussed include scissor trusses, raised heel trusses, dropped chord trusses, parallel chord trusses, attic trusses, bowstring trusses, gambrel trusses, and steel trusses. The document provides details on the design and purpose of each type of truss.
Roof trusses are triangular structures made of interconnected structural elements that provide support for roofs and loads. They are lightweight, allow for long spans and controlled deflection, and can support considerable loads. Common types of trusses include Pratt, Warren, north light, and saw-tooth trusses. Trusses are made of tension and compression members and are an efficient way to support roofs compared to beams. Steel roof trusses are also used and provide durability, strength, and resistance to elements compared to wood trusses.
Waterproofing is done to prevent water from penetrating buildings. It involves applying membrane barriers like bitumen or PVC during construction. It can also be done later to address leaks. Common areas waterproofed include bathrooms, terraces, basements, and roofs. Materials used include cement, sand, metal chips, brick bats, and waterproofing chemicals. Techniques include applying cement coats sloped away from the building, with brick bats or tiles in between coats. Thorough preparation and multiple curing coats are important for effective waterproofing.
Shoring is the construction of a temporary structure to support an unsafe or unstable structure. There are three main types of shoring: raking shores, flying shores, and dead shores. Raking shores use inclined members called rakers to provide lateral support to walls. Flying shores provide temporary support between party walls when an intermediate building is demolished. Dead shores provide vertical support to walls and structures when the lower part of a wall is removed, such as to add an opening.
This is useful for civil engineering students in their subject Building construction offered by GTU. This presentation includes Timbering of trenches, Scaffolding, Shoring 7 underpinning techniques used in construction of building for temporary period of time.
Waffle slabs are reinforced concrete slabs reinforced in two orthogonal directions, forming a ribbed plate. They are characterized by their total edge height, lightening block height, rib spacing, rib thickness, and compression layer thickness. Waffle slabs can adequately support distributed and point loads in two directions. Benefits include flexibility, light weight allowing longer spans, fast construction, slim depths, robustness, vibration control, thermal mass, and durability. Waffle slabs are constructed with ribs forming a grid pattern and solid fills at supports. Larger spans may use post-tensioning or joist construction. Proper design considers loads, materials, deformations, and tile installation compatibility.
Trusses are triangular frameworks that use members in axial compression and tension to support loads. They are commonly used for roofs, floors, and bridges to span long distances. The main types are Pratt, Warren, Fink, and North Light trusses. Pratt trusses have diagonal members that slant down toward the middle, while Warren trusses have alternating compression and tension diagonals. Fink and North Light trusses are typically used for shorter roof spans. Truss members can be made of structural steel with standard cross sections like boxes, rectangles, and HEA shapes.
This document discusses precast concrete construction. Some key points:
- Precast concrete elements are cast and cured off-site then transported for assembly, allowing more efficient production and quality control.
- Elements include slabs, beams, columns, and wall panels that are joined on-site through embedded bolts, plates, and grouted connections.
- The precasting process involves casting concrete around prestressing strands to add strength, then cutting sections and transporting them for erection.
This document discusses different types of roofs and roof elements. It provides details on:
- Qualities a roof should have like weather resistance, durability, insulation, and requiring minimal maintenance.
- Roof elements like pitch, coverings, verges, ridges, eaves, dormers, and valleys.
- Different types of pitched roofs using timber or steel trusses, as well as roofs with dormers or flat roofs.
The document discusses different types of building cladding materials and systems. It describes cladding as the exterior skin of a building that provides protection from weather elements while serving decorative purposes. Some key types of cladding mentioned include curtain wall systems, attached panels, and infill systems. The document also discusses various cladding materials used for interior and exterior applications such as timber, stone, brick, and metal. It provides details on installation methods and advantages of different cladding options.
The document discusses tensioned fabric structures, which use fabric materials stretched over frameworks to form exterior shells. Some key advantages of fabric structures include their lightweight and flexible nature, environmental sensitivity, and high strength-to-weight ratio. However, they also have disadvantages like lack of rigidity and potential instability if tension is lost. The document describes different types of fabric structures defined by their support systems, as well as common membrane materials, hardware components, drainage methods, and environmental impacts.
This document provides an overview of structural steel work. It defines common sections used in steel construction like beams, angles, channels, tees, and their applications. It also discusses bolts, rivets, and welding as connection methods. The advantages of steel structures are listed as lightness, strength, ease of fabrication and erection. Disadvantages include susceptibility to corrosion and deformation due to small member sizes. The document compares steel frames to reinforced concrete and provides details on standard steel shapes, bars, angles, channels, tubes and their specifications.
The document discusses different types of lintels and arches used in building construction. It describes lintels as horizontal structural members placed across openings to support the structure above. Various lintel materials include timber, stone, brick, reinforced brick, steel, and reinforced concrete. Arches are structures that span openings and support weight below through arch action. Key arch types include flat, semi-circular, segmental, relieving, parabolic, and others defined by their geometric shape. Arches are classified based on materials like brick, stone, concrete, metal and wood. Factors in arch construction and methods to prevent arch failure are also summarized.
Flat slabs are reinforced concrete slabs that are supported directly by columns without beams. They provide minimum depth, fast construction, and flexible column placement. There are four main types: slabs without drops and with column heads, slabs with drops and without column heads, slabs with both drops and column heads, and typical flat slabs. Column heads increase shear strength while drops increase shear strength and negative moment capacity. Flat slab systems can be either one-way or two-way depending on span ratios and load distribution. Advantages include simple formwork, no beams, and minimum depth, while disadvantages include potential interference from drops.
After viewing this program, you will be able to:
• Identify the difference between precast/pre-stressed concrete and tilt up concrete structures
• Explain the benefits of using tilt up concrete
• Discuss the design considerations for tilt up concrete structures
• BIM into precast / Tilt up concrete
Shell structures- advanced building constructionShweta Modi
This document discusses different types of shell structures used in construction. It begins by defining shell structures as thin curved membranes or slabs, usually of reinforced concrete, that function as both structure and covering. It then describes various forms of curvature for shells including surfaces of revolution, translation, and ruled surfaces. It discusses developable and non-developable shells and provides examples of different shell structures like barrel vaults, domes, folded plates, and more. It also covers topics like suitable materials, centering, and construction of reinforced concrete barrel vaults.
This document provides information on roof trusses, including their components, types, advantages, and uses. It discusses the need for roof trusses to provide clear spans, headroom, and ventilation. Various factors that affect truss selection are outlined. Common truss types include king post and queen post trusses, which differ in their use of vertical posts and beams. Steel trusses are often used for larger spans. Roof coverings like thatch, wood shingles, tiles, asbestos cement sheets, and galvanized iron sheets are also overviewed.
Slip form construction is a method where concrete is poured into a continuously moving form to construct structures without joints. There are two main types - vertical slip forming used for tall structures like buildings and towers, and horizontal slip forming for pavement. The moving formwork is supported by hydraulic jacks and remains intact until the entire structure is completed, allowing faster construction at lower cost compared to traditional formwork. Slip forming produces monolithic, jointless structures but requires careful planning of the construction process and a skilled workforce.
Precast concrete is a construction product produced by casting concrete in reusable molds in a controlled environment, then transporting and assembling on site. It enables faster construction with less weather dependence and improved quality control. Precast concrete provides structural strength and durability while allowing flexibility in shapes and finishes. Though precast reduces on-site work, connection design between pieces can be challenging. Overall, precast construction responds well to market demands for speed, quality, and standardized design.
This document discusses different types of roof trusses used in construction. It describes common trusses, which are used to build sloped roofs with a bottom chord and two top chords meeting at the peak. Other types discussed include scissor trusses, raised heel trusses, dropped chord trusses, parallel chord trusses, attic trusses, bowstring trusses, gambrel trusses, and steel trusses. The document provides details on the design and purpose of each type of truss.
Roof trusses are triangular structures made of interconnected structural elements that provide support for roofs and loads. They are lightweight, allow for long spans and controlled deflection, and can support considerable loads. Common types of trusses include Pratt, Warren, north light, and saw-tooth trusses. Trusses are made of tension and compression members and are an efficient way to support roofs compared to beams. Steel roof trusses are also used and provide durability, strength, and resistance to elements compared to wood trusses.
Bolted flange joints are widely used in engineering structure. The evolution of leakage is studied using
detailed contact finite element analysis. The distribution of stress at the gasket is analyzed using a contact
condition based on slide-line elements using ABAQUS, a commercial finite element code. Slide-line elements
also take into account pressure penetration as contact that is lost between flange and gasket. Results are presented
for a particular flange, a raised face flange sealed by a mild steel gasket. Although a lot of pipe flange connections
are exposed to elevated temperature during long-term plant operation, a sealing performance of the pipe flange
connections at elevated temperature is not well understood because of the experimental difficulty and the
analytical problems due to the lack of the materials properties of gaskets at elevated temperature. The authors have
been evaluating the effect of the material properties of spiral wound gaskets (SWG) and the sealing performance
of the pipe flange connections at elevated temperature.
The document discusses bolted and welded steel connections. It describes different types of bolts used in structural steel connections and different types of bolted connections, including tension/compression, shear, and moment connections. It also discusses potential failure modes of bolted connections and design considerations to prevent these failures, including bolt shear, bearing, tension, and edge distances. The document then introduces welded connections, describing the welding process and different weld geometries. It discusses strength considerations for groove and fillet welds and design criteria for fillet weld size and length.
This document provides an overview of bolted connections, including the types of bolted joints and their benefits. It discusses key quality controls for fasteners, such as grade and coating. Important considerations for bolted connection design are outlined, including thread engagement calculation methods. Common mistakes in design are described. Examples are given demonstrating incorrect versus proper methods of calculating thread engagement. The document concludes with care points for hot dip galvanized and zinc flake coated fasteners.
This document provides design guidelines for bolted and welded connections. It discusses designing connections for strength and serviceability limit states. Specific guidelines are provided for designing slip-critical bolted connections, bearing-type bolted connections, and fillet welded connections. Design procedures include determining the number and size of bolts or welds required based on the applied loads and capacities of the connection elements.
This document discusses the design of riveted and bolted joints. It covers types of riveted joints like lap and butt joints, as well as rivet materials, heads, and methods of riveting. Key terms used in riveted joint design are defined, including pitch, back pitch, and margin. The document also addresses failures of riveted joints such as plate tearing, rivet shearing, crushing, and edge tearing. Design for bolted joints includes screw thread forms, stresses in fasteners, and pre-stressed and eccentrically loaded bolted joint design.
The document discusses bolted connections, describing different types of bolts according to material, strength, shear type, fit, pitch, and head shape. It outlines advantages like strength, speed of installation, and easy removal compared to rivets. Disadvantages include reduced strength in axial tension and from loosening under vibration. Types of bolted joints include lap, butt, shop, and field joints. Analysis and design of bolted connections is similar to rivets, accounting for bolt strength based on nominal diameter. Design of bolted shear connections uses laws of friction to calculate load capacity based on number of interfaces and clamping force. An example problem is given to design a doubly bolted lap joint.
The document discusses different types of connections used in steel structures. It describes connections as structural elements that join members like beams and columns. The main types of connections discussed are riveted, bolted, and welded connections. Riveted connections use round steel bars called rivets with heads on both ends. Bolted connections fasten members together using bolts that can be loaded in tension, shear, or both. Welded connections primarily join members using welds, with groove welds being the most reliable. The document provides advantages and disadvantages of each type of connection and notes that connections allow the different steel members to function as a single composite unit.
This document discusses riveted connections and their design. It covers the different types of riveted joints like lap joints and butt joints. It provides specifications for riveted connections like the gross diameter of rivets, gauge, pitch and edge distance. It also discusses the types of failures in riveted connections and how to calculate the strength of riveted joints based on the strength of rivets in shear and bearing and the strength of plates in tension. The efficiency of riveted joints is defined. Examples of calculating rivet values are also provided.
2012 Bolted joints - Bolted joints in real conditionsErik Galdames
A summary of the conditions encountered when tightening bolts in the automotive industry. Experiences when using different materials and different tightening procedures. Based on experience and specifications of the automotive industry
This document describes the assembling, erection, and launching process of a steel truss bridge. It outlines the key components of the truss, necessary launching accessories, and step-by-step erection methodology. It also discusses safety procedures before and after launching, identifies potential hazards, assesses risk levels, and proposes control measures. The objective is to describe safety practices for constructing the steel truss span and ensure the safety of workers through risk assessment and hazard elimination.
This presentation provides technical background on bolting and welding structural steel connections. It discusses the benefits of structural steel construction and unique aspects of steel erection. The presentation covers common bolt types and sizes, bolted joint types including bearing and slip critical, installation methods like snug-tightening and pretensioning, and weld types and inspection methods. The objective is to provide construction managers and contractors knowledge on properly connecting structural steel.
This document provides an overview of structural steel design and connections. It discusses the benefits of steel structures, common lateral load resisting systems like braced and rigid frames, and types of bracing configurations. It also examines different types of steel frame connections including simple, moment, and eccentric braced connections. Design considerations and capacity equations for moment connections are presented.
This document summarizes steel roof trusses. Most building roofs can be framed with prefabricated light-gauge steel trusses, which offer a high-strength, lightweight roof system that can be installed quickly. Steel trusses are manufactured from C-shaped galvanized steel and are stronger than wood trusses. They are constructed by connecting chord and web members made of steel into triangular shapes, then bolting or welding them together on the ground before installing the completed truss on the roof. All steel roofing has a protective metallic coating to prevent rusting.
This document discusses bolted connections used in structural engineering. It begins by explaining why connection failures should be avoided, as they can lead to catastrophic structural failures. It then classifies bolted connections based on their method of fastening, rigidity, joint resistance, fabrication location, joint location, connection geometry, and type of force transferred. It describes different types of bolts and bolt tightening techniques used for friction grip connections. It discusses advantages and drawbacks of bolted connections compared to riveted or welded connections. The document provides detailed information on design and behavior of various bolted connections.
Ferrocement is a thin reinforced concrete made of cement mortar and wire mesh. It is strong, durable, and low-cost. Common applications include walls, floors, roofs, water tanks, bridges, and marine structures. Ferrocement is 2-5 cm thick and has a cement mortar mix reinforced with steel mesh or rods. It was invented in the 1850s and methods of construction include skeletal armature, closed mould, integral mould, and open mould. Ferrocement is used Residential buildings, marine applications, water and sanitation infrastructure, agriculture, renewable energy, and other structures.
Roof trusses and types are discussed. Roof trusses are triangular frameworks that provide structural support to roofs. Common roof truss types include planar, spaceframe, Pratt, bowstring, king post, queen post, and Town's lattice trusses. Roof shapes like gable, hip, shed, gambrel and materials like tiles, asphalt shingles are also covered. Key elements of roofs like rafters, ridges, eaves are defined along with characteristics of different roof structures.
Reinforced concrete columns and beams are important structural elements that carry compressive and bending loads respectively. Columns can be categorized as short or long based on their height-width ratio and as spiral or tied columns based on their shape. Beams are classified based on their supports as simply supported, fixed, continuous, or cantilever beams. The construction of RCC columns and beams involves laying reinforcement, forming the structure, and pouring concrete to create these load-bearing elements.
This document provides details about reinforcing concrete columns and footings. It discusses that columns are vertical members that support loads and transmit them downward. Reinforcement is added to reduce column size and resist compression and bending forces. The main reinforcement runs longitudinally and is arranged in square, rectangular, or circular patterns. Minimum and maximum longitudinal steel requirements are specified. Transverse reinforcement is also included to help position longitudinal bars and confine the concrete.
Steel structures involve structural steel members designed to carry loads and provide rigidity. They are commonly used in high-rise buildings, industrial buildings, warehouses, and temporary structures due to their strength, light weight, and speed of construction. Advantages include quick construction, flexibility, and ability to take various shapes. Disadvantages are reduced strength at high temperatures and susceptibility to corrosion. Common structural steel frames include beam and column construction, trusses, space frames, shear wall frames, framed tube structures, and braced frames. Design must consider both gravity loads like dead and live loads, as well as lateral loads from wind and earthquakes.
A truss is an assembly of members such as beams, connected by nodes, that creates a rigid structure. In engineering, a truss is a structure that "consists of two-force members only, where the members are organized so that the assemblage as a whole behaves as a single object"
This document provides information on industrial buildings, including their components and factors to consider in design. Key points include:
- Industrial buildings are used for manufacturing and storage by industries and include steel plants, warehouses, and factories.
- Site selection considers access, raw materials, utilities, land characteristics, and transportation.
- Major components include the roof, trusses, purlins, girts, bracing, and foundations.
- Design considerations cover roofing/wall materials, bay widths, structural framing, truss configurations, and bracing to resist lateral loads.
Steel Structures - Building technology.pptxNikhil Raut
Steel structures are commonly used for high-rise buildings, long-span structures, industrial and warehouse buildings, and temporary structures due to steel's strength, light weight, speed of construction, and ability to create large spaces. Steel structures have advantages such as strength, flexibility, ductility, stability, earthquake resistance, and lighter weight compared to other materials. However, steel loses strength at high temperatures and is susceptible to corrosion. Common steel sections include angles, channels, I-beams, T-beams, round/square bars, and plates. Steel connections are made through bolting, riveting, and welding. Portal frames provide wide spans and are lightweight but require large members and cranes for erection.
Expansion and construction joints are necessary in concrete construction to prevent cracking due to concrete movement. Expansion joints allow concrete to expand and contract with temperature changes, and are incorporated in foundations, walls, roofs, and paving. They are carefully designed and located to mitigate stresses. Construction joints are used when concrete placement is stopped, such as due to equipment issues, and are incorporated into the planned joint layout. They require proper consolidation and curing. Both expansion and construction joints are used in slabs, columns, and masonry walls.
Portal frames are single storey steel structures that provide large open floor plans. They consist of vertical columns connected by horizontal beams and rafters to form the frame, without interior columns. This allows for unobstructed floor spaces useful for industrial, warehouse and commercial buildings. Portal frames can be made of steel, concrete or timber, with steel being most common due to its strength, light weight and ease of construction.
The document provides information about various structural elements including gusset plates, cleats, base plates, column splices, stanchions, high-strength friction grip bolts, trusses, and north light trusses. It defines each element and describes their common uses. Gusset plates connect beams and columns, cleats provide support or strength, and base plates distribute loads from columns. Stanchions are vertical supports used for crowd control. High-strength friction grip bolts provide rigid connections. Trusses transfer loads through tension and compression members, and different truss types cover various spans. North light trusses maximize natural lighting through north-facing glazing.
A truss is a structure composed of straight members arranged in a triangular pattern and connected at their ends to form a rigid framework. Trusses are commonly used in buildings to support roofs and floors over long spans. They provide strength and support loads using less material than beams. Common types of trusses include Pratt trusses and lattice girders, which are used to support trusses running perpendicular. Trusses are fabricated from rolled steel sections or built-up sections and connected by bolting, welding, or riveting. They are an economical choice for supporting large loads and spans in industrial and commercial buildings.
Framed structures are building skeleton frameworks formed by columns and beams. There are two main types: in-situ reinforced concrete frames and prefabricated frames. Rectangular framed structures use columns and beams arranged at right angles to support floors, walls, and roofs. They are commonly used for multi-story buildings like offices, schools, and hospitals. Framed structures provide large open floor plans and are adaptable to different shapes. Earthquake-resistant features in framed structures include shear walls, moment-resisting frames, and braced structures which resist lateral forces during seismic activity.
The document summarizes various reinforced concrete structural elements used in building construction, including:
1. Columns, beams, slabs, staircases, lintels, chhajjas (eaves), canopies, and coffer slabs are discussed. Columns transfer loads from above to the foundation. Beams provide horizontal load resistance and resist bending. Slabs are floor and ceiling elements supported by columns and beams.
2. Staircases can be made of reinforced concrete and come in different arrangements like straight flights or landings. Lintels support walls above openings. Chhajjas project from walls to provide shade. Canopies provide shelter from weather. Coffer slabs have sunken, decorated
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The document discusses different types of roof trusses including king post truss, queen post truss, Howe truss, Pratt truss, fan truss, and north light roof truss. It describes the advantages of roof trusses such as being cost effective, allowing for quick installation, and providing stability. Tubular steel trusses are discussed as being used for large span constructions over 25-30 meters. The advantages of tubular steel trusses include reduced maintenance costs and corrosion resistance compared to other materials.
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Steel structures are made from combinations of structural steel members designed to carry loads and provide rigidity. Common steel structures include buildings, bridges, and towers. Steel comes in various grades depending on carbon content, including low carbon steel (mild steel), medium carbon steel, and high carbon steel. Steel structures offer advantages like strength, light weight, and ease of fabrication but require maintenance to prevent corrosion. Common steel sections used in construction include I-beams, channels, angles, and hollow sections. Connections between steel members can be welded, bolted, or riveted.
This document discusses reinforced concrete and its properties. It explains that concrete is weaker in tension than compression, while steel has high tensile strength and bonds well with concrete. When combined, they form reinforced concrete which is strong and durable. The steel carries tensile forces while the concrete resists compression. Proper placement of reinforcement during construction is important for bond. Methods of bending, tying, and installing rebar are also outlined.
Granite is an igneous rock composed of feldspar, mica, and silica that comes in various colors like gray and red. Medium-grained granite is well-suited for construction while fine-grained granite can be polished but is harder to work. Sandstone is a sedimentary rock consisting of fragments cemented together, and it comes in colors like white, yellow, and brown. Marble is a metamorphic rock formed from limestone that is easy to carve and comes in colors such as white, black, and green.
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The document provides information on various types of floor finishes that can be used for both commercial and residential projects. It discusses tile, wood, PVC, marble, granite, glass, and natural stone flooring options. For each type of flooring, it provides details on the different varieties available, typical durability, usage scenarios, installation process and costs. The document also includes specifications and laying instructions for ceramic tiles and discusses various natural stone options like limestone, sandstone, quartzite, cobblestone, slate and pebblestone.
Gypsum is a mineral that is processed and used to make gypsum board (drywall). Gypsum board has several advantages such as ease of installation, fire resistance, sound isolation, durability and economy. It is available in various thicknesses for different applications. Regular gypsum board is used for walls and ceilings. Multi-ply systems use two or more layers of gypsum board to increase fire resistance and soundproofing. Gypsum board installation requires basic tools and is applied either directly to framing or with furring strips to surfaces like masonry.
This document provides information on gypsum board (drywall), including:
1. Gypsum is a mineral used to make gypsum board, which consists of a gypsum core bonded between paper facings.
2. Gypsum board has several advantages such as ease of installation, fire resistance, sound isolation, durability and economy.
3. There are different types of gypsum board for various applications, like regular board for walls/ceilings, fire-resistant Type X board, and moisture-resistant board for tiling.
The document provides specifications for lime mortar and excavation and foundation work. It discusses the properties and types of lime mortar, including non-hydraulic and hydraulic lime mortar. It also outlines the process of excavation, including depth, methods such as open cut and braced excavation, and backfilling. Measurements for excavation work and appropriate equipment for different soil conditions are also specified.
Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon, with small amounts of other elements like manganese, phosphorus, and silicon. Carbon content in common steel grades ranges from 0.1-1%. These alloying elements determine the properties of different steel types. Steels are classified as low alloy (<10% other elements) or high alloy, and can be further broken down by carbon content. Low carbon steels are commonly used and have good weldability and machinability but require cold working to strengthen. Alloying elements like manganese and phosphorus increase hardness and strength but decrease ductility.
Masonry is the building of structures from units like brick and stone laid together with mortar. There are several types of masonry walls including load-bearing walls that support structural loads, non-load bearing walls that only support themselves, and cavity walls that have two wythes separated by an airspace for insulation and drainage. Masonry construction can also use different bonding patterns, reinforcement, and materials like concrete blocks, stone, or brick veneers to provide durability and strength.
Concrete and concrete blocks are materials commonly used for retaining walls. Concrete is composed of aggregate bonded with cement that hardens over time. Concrete blocks come in solid, hollow, and interlocking forms and can be lightweight, medium, or normal weight depending on their aggregate mix. Retaining walls made of concrete blocks are laid with mortar between each block to retain soil behind the wall. The base of the retaining wall is thickest to withstand pressure, while the top is thinner, and reinforcement is often added along the outer surfaces to support heavy loads exerted on the wall.
Ceramics can be classified into several categories based on their composition and properties. They include whitewares used for crockery, tiles, and sanitary products; refractories used in furnaces due to their high temperature resistance; glasses used for windows, containers, and fibers; and cements used to make concrete. Ceramics have properties like extreme hardness, corrosion and heat resistance, low electrical and thermal conductivity, and high strength at elevated temperatures. However, they also have low ductility and toughness making them brittle. The industrial processing of ceramics involves steps like drying and high temperature firing to form glass between silicon dioxide particles. Common ceramic products discussed are tiles, technical ceramics, and glass
This document provides specifications for reinforced cement concrete work. It discusses formwork, reinforcement, and concreting requirements. Formwork must be made of seasoned wood boards at least 30mm thick. Reinforcement bars must meet specifications and be free of rust and contaminants. Concrete proportions and mixing are also specified, with cement to sand to aggregate ratios provided for different mixes. Proper curing and finishing of concrete surfaces is emphasized.
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2. • Steel can be considered as a skeleton for every
structure.
• Most kind of structures {made of any material}, requires
steel.
• But steel structures are most easy to build, maintain and
use.
• They can be easily dismantled and recycled.
• Steel can be used in different things.
• For large scale structures steel is much more feasible
and economical than any other material.
3.
4. Steel used as supporting buttresses and extended columns
*BUILDING- BRITISH RECORD INDUSTRY TRUST(BRIT) SCHOOL, LONDON
6. Steel used as
permanent bracing
between two building,
extended form of which
supports the roof
*BUILDING- BAUMSCHULENWEG CREMATORIUM,
BERLIN
7. Steel used as
permanent
support and
bracing to the
facade
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8. Dynamic columned wall completely made of steel
*BUILDING- MEXICAN EMBASSY, BERLIN, GERMANY
9. Same framework acting as piers and truss
*BUILDING- BRITISH RECORD INDUSTRY TRUST(BRIT) SCHOOL, LONDON
10. ITEM OF WORK: STEEL TRUSS
• A truss is essentially a triangulated system of straight
interconnected structural elements.
• The most common use of trusses is in buildings, where
support to roofs, the floors and internal loading such as
services and suspended ceilings, are readily provided.
• Trusses are also commonly used in temporary as well as non
habitable places such as parking area, veranda, stadiums,
railway station, etc.
13. • Trusses comprise assemblies of tension and compression
elements.
• Under gravity loads, the top and bottom chords of the truss
provide the compression and tension resistance to overall
bending, and the bracing resists the shear forces.
• A wide range of truss forms can be created.
• Each can vary in overall geometry and in the choice of the
individual elements.
WHY VARIOUS TYPES OF TRUSSES ARE USED?
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14. SOME COMMONLY USED TRUSSES ARE:
PRATT TRUSS ('N' TRUSS) WARREN TRUSS
NORTH LIGHT TRUSS SAW-TOOTH TRUSS
FINK TRUSS
15. • For efficient structural performance, the ratio of span to truss
depth should be chosen in the range 10 to 15.
• The architectural design of the building determines its
external geometry and governs the slope(s) given to the top
chord of the truss.
• The intended use of the internal space can lead either to the
choice of a horizontal bottom chord, e.g. where conveyors
must be hung under the chord, or to an inclined bottom
chord, to allow maximum space to be provided.
GENERAL GEOMETRY
16. For an efficient layout of the truss members between the
chords, the following is advisable:
•The inclination of the diagonal members in relation to the
chords should be between 35° and 55°
•Point loads should only be applied at nodes
•The orientation of the diagonal members should be such that
the longest members are subject to tension (the shorter ones
being subject to compression).
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17. • Many types of sections are available for making a steel truss.
• Choice of members depends on the magnitude of the internal forces, ease of
connections between members, aesthetics and any necessity to connect
prefabricated truss sections on site.
• For smaller spans, tee sections are frequently used for chords, with angles used
as internal members.
• Back-to-back angles or channels may be used for longer spans or heavier loads,
with a gusset plate used at nodes to connect the members.
TYPES OF TRUSS SECTIONS
TYPICAL ELEMENT CROSS SECTIONS FOR LIGHT BUILDING TRUSSES
18. • For large trusses and heavy loads, typically found in transfer trusses in
buildings, members may be rolled sections.
• For many exposed trusses, hollow sections are chosen for their structural
efficiency and for aesthetic reasons.
• As part of the truss design, it is essential to verify the resistance of the joints (in
accordance with BS EN 1993-1-8) as the joint design may dominate member
selection and final truss geometry.
• Members should be selected carefully to avoid expensive strengthening of
trusses fabricated from hollow sections
DIFFERENT TYPES OF STEEL SECTION USED IN TRUSSES
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21. • Two types of structural elements, struts and ties, are associated with
bracing in trusses.
• Struts are inserted to resist compression. Ties resist tension.
• When engineered correctly, a truss is considered an ideal means to handle
loads over a long period of time without yielding, deforming or breaking.
• In the case of bridges, trusses may also span large distances because they
can be built or prefabricated in sections.
• A truss usually have 3 chord members
ELEMENTS OF A STEEL TRUSS
22. MEMBERS OF A STEEL TRUSS
TIE BEAM
It's defined as a horizontal structural
member that supports vertical loads. It’s the
member at the base which holds the above
parts and transfer the loads to columns.
GUSSET PLATE
A gusset plate connects two or more structural
members along one plane. The plates are
designed to minimize bending at the
connections, which enables the members to
do their job resisting tension or compression.
23. PURLIN
These are secondary, horizontal members
laid out to hold the sheeting that will be laid
out on the roof. Purlins are made of lighter-
gauge steel than girders, since they're not
used to hold up heavy loads.
Decking is a flat surface that sits atop the
floor and roof joists in a building or other
structure. Multiple sheets of metal, usually
corrugated, are interlock or fastened and
welded together.
DECKING
24.
25. • For all the types of member sections, it is
possible to design either bolted or welded
connections.
• Generally in steelwork construction, bolted site
splices are preferred to welded splices for
economy and speed of erection.
• Where bolted connections are used, it is
necessary to evaluate the consequences of
'slack' in connections. In order to reduce these
consequences (typically, the increase of the
deflections), solutions are available such as use
of preloaded bolts.
TYPES OF JOINTS/ JOINERY
26. • Hollow sections are typically connected
by welding whilst open sections are connected
by bolting or welding, which will usually involve the
use of gusset plates.
• Small trusses which can be transported whole from
the fabrication factory to the site, can be entirely
welded.
• In the case of large roof trusses which cannot
be transported whole, welded sub-assemblies are
delivered to site and are either bolted
or welded together on site.
• In light roof trusses entirely bolted connections are
less favoured than welded connections due to the
requirement for gusset plates and their
increased fabrication costs.
27. ESTIMATED PRICES
• Steel prices - 45-50 Rs/Kg
• fabrication charges - 15-20 Rs/Kg
• Labour charges - 30 Rs/sq. feet
• Roofing charges depends upon the type of roofing.
• For prefabricated members, it takes around 1-2 hours to assemble the truss of a
standard size of 5m* 5m.
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