Technical Assignments
Technical Report #1 : Structural Concepts / Structural Existing Conditions Report
This report is a preliminary investigation into the building's structural systems and the loads they must be designed to carry. Included in the report are calculations for snow, wind, and seismic loading cases as well as the minimum live load requirements for the intended use. A member spot check is also performed for a lateral resisting member and a floor bay. The spot check is then compared with the actual designed members to test the accuracy of my load assumptions. (Posted 11.21.05)
Technical Report #2 : Pro-Con Structural Study of Alternate Floor Systems
This report involved a preliminary analysis and simplified design of four alternative flooring systems for the structure. The systems are then compared to each other and to the existing system, in order to determine which systems merit further investigation as viable alternatives. The comparison is done using a variety of categories including: vibration damping potential, system weight, foundation impact, system depth, and constructability. The findings of the report can be reviewed using the links below. (Posted 10.31.05)
Technical Report #3 : Lateral Systems Analysis & Confirmation Design
This report involved an in-depth analysis of the lateral force resisting system of ten (10) concentrically braced frames. The lateral loads are distributed to the individual frames according to relative stiffness. Then, two frames were selected for further checks including drift and allowable loads. (Posted 11.22.05)