Practice Wind Loads (2.8) - CE 261 Theory of Structures - part d - Structural Analysis

Practice: Wind loads

Lesson 2.8CE 261 Theory of Structures - part d

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Question 1.
What is a wind load?
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Think about what forces act on buildings during a storm.
Question 2.
Name a structure where wind loads are significant.
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Consider tall buildings or structures with large surface areas.
3Question 3.
What does ASCE 7 provide?
- Wind speed regulations
- Design load standards
- Building material specifications
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ASCE is a standard, think about what standards typically regulate.
4Question 4.
True or False: Wind loads only affect tall buildings.
- True
- False
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Consider the varieties of structures affected by wind.
Question 5.
Calculate the wind load on a building that is 150 ft tall with a wind speed of 100 mph. Use the relevant wind pressure formula.
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Remember to convert wind speed into the appropriate units if necessary to align with the formula.
Question 6.
Design an aerodynamic building shape that minimizes wind load for a high-rise in a hurricane-prone area. Explain your design choices.
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Look at existing high-rise buildings that successfully minimize wind load.

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