OBJECTIVE:
The fundamental objectives of this assignment is to demonstrate the student ability to
1. Use the knowledge of different analysis methods learned in lectures to solve the task given in this assessment
2. Use STAAD PRO software for analyse simple beams and frames and get Bending moments, deflections and reactions and compare the values with analytical methods which used to solve the same tasks
3. Use qualitative and hand written analysis to solve a range structural problem
Outcomes (as mentioned in MIG CIVL 0013):
1. Explain, evaluate and apply a range of structural analysis methods to statically determinate and indeterminate structures.
2. Critically evaluate and use computer software to analyse statically determinate and indeterminate beams and frames
3. Use qualitative and hand written analysis to solve a range structural problem
TASK:
Figure 1 shows the plan of a second floor of school building. The beam, column and dimensions details are given in the excel file. It also mentions section C along the external wall which has six columns and section 6-6 with three columns. The span between the columns is shown in excel file. This assessment is divided into two tasks as mentioned below. Consider beam dimensions of section C as 200 X 400 mm and all column dimensions as 350 X 350 mm.
Figure 1: Building plan showing column positions and beam span of a school building.
1. From the Figure. 1 shown above consider at section C draw free body diagram of columns and beams for section C. Assume EI as constant throughout, and consider the dimensions and loads given in excel file attached. The beam and column connections are fixed. Using double integration method and Moment Distribution Method calculate the following details: (50 Marks)
a. The amount of the moment at supports
b. The amount of the moment at mid-span
c. The amount of the deflection at mid-span
d. Draw bending moment diagrams.
e. Relate the values obtained from analytical method with results obtained from STAAD Pro software.
2. From the Figure. 1 shown above consider at section 6 draw free body diagram of columns and beams for section 6. Assume EI as constant throughout, and take a uniformly distributed load and span as mentioned in excel file. The beam and column connections are fixed. Using double integration method and slope deflection method to calculate the following details (50 Marks)
a. The amount of the moment at supports
b. The amount of the moment at mid-span
c. The amount of the deflection at mid-span
d. Draw bending moment diagrams.
e. Relate the values obtained from analytical method with results obtained from STAAD Pro software.
Report Format
- Follow specified spacing. Generally use 1.5 x line spacing unless advised.
- Start with the title page (including your name) or student number as requested.
- Include your own field sketches or photographs. It is generally better to position figures within the text rather than group them at the end of the report.
- Give a sequential number to all figures (Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3, etc.)
- Add a brief, informative caption to the figures.
Attachment:- CW Project.xlsx