Structure I Lecture2

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Structure Analysis I

Lecture 2
Types of Structures
& Loads
Introduction
• Structure refers to a system of connected parts
used to support load, such as Buildings,
Bridges, towers, …………….
Structural Elements
• Tie Rods
• Beams
• Columns
Type of Structure
• Trusses
• Cables & Arches
• Frames
• Surface Structures
Loads
 Codes
• General Building Codes
1. ASCE
2. UBC
• Design Codes
1. ACI
2. AISC
3. AASHTO
Dead Load
Live Load
• Building Loads

• Bridge Load
Wind Load
Wind pressure
q z  0.613 K z K zt K dV 2 I (N/m 2 )
Snow Load
Earthquake Load
Hydrostatic and Soil Pressure

Other natural Loads


Structural Design
• LRFD (Load and resistance factor design)

Load combination example:


1.4 Dead Load
1.2 Dead Load +1.6 Live Load
1.2 Dead Load +1.6 Live Load + 0.5 Snow Load
1.2 Dead Load + 1.5 Eq. Load + 0.5 Live Load

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