TZE YING'S
PORTFOLIO
Building Structure (ARC 2523)
Abstract:
The Building Structure module covers principles of selecting appropriate structural systems and designing elements and structures, an introduction to structural analysis, deflections, structural design as well as the application of structural design codes including loading codes.
Contents
1. Project 1: Roof Truss System
2. Project 2: Structural Analysis of a Bungalow
Project 1: Roof Truss System
In a group of five, we selected the design of the Visitor Interpretive Centre from Architecture Design Studio 3 and re-designed the roof of that building by using truss designs. We explored different arrangement of members in a truss structure and eventually constructed a model of the design using balsa wood of scale 1:30. An A2 panel presentation board was prepared to showcase the roof truss design, building drawings and connection details of the truss. Project 1 aims to develop our understanding on the potential of truss system in the design and its force distribution.
Project 2: Structural Analysis of a Bungalow
This project involved structural theory, force calculation and basic structural proposal to allow the demonstration of knowledge and understanding of a building structure. The assignment was divided into two parts; the first part in a group of three while the second part is an individual work.
For the first part, we designed a two-storey bungalow comprising different spaces within a combination of four building outlines given for each floor. We then carried out structural framing for the building and prepared building plans, structural plans and load distribution plans. Part 2 of the assignment is an individual component where we were required to analysis six beams subject to different types of load and three columns from roof to foundation level through calculations.
Both parts of the assignment were compiled and prepared in an A4 report consisting all drawings, design brief of the bungalow, and beam and column analysis sections.
