Project 2

POST-PROCESSING PHASE1. Base Pressure and Settlement Check Extract Base Pressure from FE model (e.g., PLATE STRESSES → SYY for vertical stress). Compare with allowable soil bearing pressure from Project-1. Settlement Check: Use soil stiffness modulus and compare total & differential settlements with limits. If base…

To create the 3D STAAD Pro model of the underground water tank based on the provided data and requirements.1. Calculate Total Water DemandFlats & Occupants: 2BHK: 200 flats × 3 persons = 600 persons 3BHK: 100 flats × 4 persons = 400 persons Total = 1000 persons Water Usage Per Person: Activity Litres/person/day Drinking…

 1. Modeling Software: Use specialized tools like Rhino + Grasshopper with Kangaroo, SOFiSTiK, Easy, or Formfinder. Geometry: Define membrane surface using NURBS or mesh geometry. Boundary conditions: Set points with fixed or cable-supported constraints (green squares in the image). Cables: Model edge cables as tension-only…

The structure shown in the image is a tensile membrane structure with multiple masts, creating a series of cone-shaped (pinnacle or anticlastic) modules. To perform form-finding and structural analysis of such a structure, follow the steps below:1. Define Geometry Membrane Grid: Modular grid of membranes. Each module:…

 1. Structural Model in STAAD.ProGeometry 2D portal frame Span = 15 m Eave height = 11.5 m Ridge height = 12 m (pitched roof) Fixed supports at base Splice location: Columns: 6 m from base Beams: 3 m from beam-column joint Hanger beam (4 m height) connected to column 3 m from beam-column joint Loading UDL of 10 kN/m…

 Portal Frame Summary Span: 15 m Height (eaves): Calculated from ridge height and slope Ridge height: 12 m Roof Slope: 4° (→ rise over run known) UDL on roof beams: 10 kN/m Support: Fixed Material: Hot-rolled steel (E250A assumed unless specified) Optimization target: 85% utilization Design & Optimization Plan1.…

a. Modelling1. Structural Framing Plans Two Options: Option A: Primary beams along grid lines, secondary beams spanning between primaries Option B: One-way spanning system with integrated core transfer beams Use ETABS Floor Plan View to layout both options and compare beam spacing. 2. Member Definitions Import steel profiles…

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Step 1: Understanding the Geometry and Beam LayoutFrom the image and data: Floor dimensions: East-West direction: 5 bays × 9 m = 45 m total North-South direction: 3 bays × 9 m = 27 m total Beam of interest: East-West spanning beam (between two North-South girders) Beam spacing (North-South): From the drawing, we can count…

1.Design Basis Report (DBR)Project Title: Design of Warehouse Building Location: Chennai, India Software Used: STAAD Pro Connect Edition Codes Followed: IS 800:2007 – General Construction in Steel – Code of Practice IS 875 (Part 1, 2 & 3): Wind, Dead & Live Loads IS 1893 (Part 1): 2016 – Earthquake Resistant Design…

1.Multi-Storey Residential Building – BangaloreSoftware Used: STAAD Pro Connect Edition, STAAD RCDC, STAAD Foundation Advanced1. Project DescriptionParameterDetailsProject TypeMulti-storey Residential BuildingLocationBangalore, Karnataka, IndiaPurposeResidentialBuilding ConfigurationG + 6 + RoofSoil TypeHard SoilPlan Dimensions25…

Theory 1.1 Answer:- The primary load cases to be considered for design are:- Dead Load (IS 875: Part 1) Imposed Load (IS 875: Part 2) Wind load(IS 875: Part 3) Earthquake load(IS 1893:2016) 1.2  Answer:- One way slab is a plane surface of uniformly loaded which deforms into a cylindrical shape and hence the bending…

1.1  Answer:  To assign circular sessions to columns the following procedure has to be done Crete the model in Staad pro  Select the Define parameter and select the properties Now assign the circular shape and radius of the column 1.2 Answer : To assign Unit system to a .std model file, the following…

Theory 1. a) The Steps involved in uploading a .stad file using a web mail are as following: Open the staad pro window. On the left hand corner we can find soo many options like, open, new, archieve, share  and help. From these option select Share option Now we can upload the .stad file and can mail it. b) Different types…

Aim: To analyse and design the building as per IS standard code in TEKLA Structural DesignerProcedure:Open a New file in TEKLA softwareNow enter the floor settings, as per the requirement of the provided planNow go to model from the ribbon and draw the grid lines.Now go to the manage property sets, and select a new member…

1. Aim: To generate report for the steel building design. Procedure: Open the saved Tekla model Now go to the report option from the Ribbon and select model report. Now select the load cases and combinations summary to obtain report. Click on the Show report to obtain the report We can change the project name, address…

Aim: To design the slab and foundation of the model Procedure: Open the saved Tekla model Generate the same load combinations again. Designing of Slab Click any one slab and change its properties like rib type, type, bar spacing and bar size Now right click on any one slab and select the design member. If the member shows…

Aim: To design the RC columns and beams after the analysis. Procedure: Open the saved Tekla file. Now right click the member to be designed, and then select interactive design and select static. Designing Columns Select Static from the Interactive Design, after that, a dialogue box appears. This dialogue box shows the…

1. Aim: To generate seismic loading based IS codal provisions and zone II. Procedure: Open the previously save Tekla model Now go to the load cases and add the seismic load case, and click ok Now go to the seismic wizard and select code specta and click Next. Now enter the zone and click Next Now we have to enter the structure…

1. Aim: To calculate the dead load in design report based on IS code and to apply dead load on the model. Solution: Self weight = finish* unit weight of concrete = 0.05*25 = 1.25KN/m^3 Service load = 0.3 KN/m Brick wall load (Ground floor to first floor) = thickness * unit weight of concrete * height = 0.155*20*3.6 = 11.16…

Aim: To model for RC building design Procedure: Open the Tekla software, go to the settings provide the members with given effective cover. Now go to the structural window and enter the required floors along with their spacings. Now, Nominal covers for the RC bilding in contact with the ground is considered as Top of the…

Aim: To analyse and design a steel building to 10T CRANE as per IS standard code in TEKLA STRUCTURAL DESIGNER. Procedure: Open the TEKLA software and select structure window. Now enter the levels as base, ground floor, first floor and roof as per the question Now select the grid lines and draw them according to the ground…

1. Aim: To summarise the study for bending moment, shear force and deflection diagrams for the elements of the model Bending Moment Bending Moment refers to the bending of member due to the applied forces. Now in our figure, we can see the simply supported beams subjected to certain uniformly distributed load and the bending…

1. We have, Vb= 39 m/s k1,k3,k4 =1 k2=1.03 Vz= Vb* k1 k2 k3 k4 = 40.17m/s Pz = 0.6 Vz^2 = 968.2 N/m^2 = 0.968 KN/m^2  Height of the building,H = 13m Maximum horizontal distance, L= 18m Maximum Vertical distance,W= 18 m Therefore, Loads on the wall The load to be applied on the wall along the face A externally H=12m…

1. Given, Dead load = 1.2 KN/m^2 Finishes = 0.05 * 24 =1.2 KN/m^2 Brickwall load Ground to intermediate = 0.15*20*5.2 = 15.6 KN/m^2 Intermediate to roof = 0.15*20*6.8 = 20.4 KN/m^2 Roof to top most floor= 0.15*20*4.8 = 14.4 KN/m^2 Ceiling load= 0.3 KN/m^2 Roof load = 1.5 KN/m^2 Procedure: Open TEKLA and now we need to…

1 Aim : To create beam properties for the First floor and to model the beams Procedure: Open the TEKLA software Set the levels using construction level option and draw the grid lines according to the attachments Now create the column properties for the pedestal members and model in the grid Now select Manage Property Set…

 1.  Aim: To create column properties for different types of pedestal members and model in the grids created as per the assignment 1 Procedure: Open the TEKLA software Now create the levels using construction level option Now draw the grid lines according to the question Now create column properties for the pedestal…

 Challenge 1 1. Aim: Summarize the user interface in TSD Procedure: Project Workspace Open the Tekla Software and click on the New option. Now the project workspace will be visible Scene Content– Demonstrate the use of scene content Open the Tekla Software and click on the New option. Now the project workspace…

Project 2 Aim: To model, analyse, design and to prepare the construction drawings of  G+3 RCC building in Guwahati, Assam IS Codes Referred: IS 875 part 1 IS 875 part 2 IS 13920 IS 1893 IS 2911 part 2 IS 456 SP 34 Procedure: Open ETABS software, select new model and setup the model initialization as given…

Aim: To design a square footing for a column size of 400x400 Given data: Size of the Column = 400*400  Compression axial load = 2000 KN Safe Soil Bearing Capacity (Safe SBC) =  150 KN/m2 Grade of concrete = M25 Procedure: Step 1: Determination of the size of the footing Lets assume the Self weight of…

Aim: To conceptualize a framing plan layout and then to model the building in Etabs Procedure: Open ETABS and select New Model option from the File menu Now set the Use Built in setings with Options Now set the Grid systems data and add 7 storeys with an addition of plinth Now select the Material properties from the Define…

Aim:  To extract values of longitudinal steel ratio, boundary element length and shear reinforcing ratio from the design results To provide cross sectional steel arrangement of the shear wall from its base up to terrace, in compliance with provisions of IS 13920 – 2016. To provide elevation drawings of the reinforcement…

Aim: To generate a reinforcement detailing of columns in Etabs software To provide details of longitudinal reinforcement for the two columns, from foundation to terrace level and to sketch the column cross sectional & elevation details using autocad software. To show shear reinforcement & lapping details as…

Challenge 7 Aim:  To design Beam in ETABS software and to design the RCC Moment Resisting Frame To calculate the maximum shear force in any one of the spans in both the continuous beams as per Clause 6.3.3 (b) in IS 13920 – 2016. Introduction: Beams are horizontal structural members that are used to…

Challenge 7 Aim: To have a comparative study on; Factors influencing the dynamic characteristics of  different storey building for seismic force Factors influencing the Natural Period of different storey building for seismic force Factors influencing the Mode shape of oscillations of different storey building…

Challenge 6 Aim: To model a 25 storey building on ETABS with structural properties as specified in the given question Introduction: ETABS software is used to analyse and computise concrete shear walls and concrete moment frames, especially for in earthquake prone areas,. ETABS is highly acclaimed for static and dynamic…

Challenge 5 Question 1: All the corners of the column given above have same and equal value, and the floor is enclosed within the RC wall system, thus the system possess good shrinkage control This cannot be considered as asymmetrical plan, thus it lacks tensile capacity and force configuration This has less stiffness…

Challenge 4 Question 1: The given layout of framing plan is symmetric. Generally, a well distributed symmetrical plan layout of the structural elements like beams, columns is appropriate to achieve uniformity. The symmetric nature also makes the structure more reliable to resist the earthquake forces. Having same or equivalent…

Challenge 3 Aim: To compute Ln, Mn and Tn for each of the five modes from the given equations To calculate the effective modal mass Mn* and the modal mass participating ratio for the modes To obtain the Base shear for each of the modes of vibration and combined base shear as per SRSS rule Procedure: Step 1:  Mn =…

Challenge 2  

Challenge 1 : Identification of Cracks 1. a) FLEXURAL FAILURE The concrete portions have ruptured at the bottom in this figure, which means this can be formed due to flexural failure of the beam The Flexural strength is also known as the modulus of rupture, which represents the highest stress experienced within the material…

Challenge 11 1. Aim: To export the Revit architecture and structure model to Navisworks Cache file following the export settings Procedure: Open the Revit software and open the architectural model Now click on the file option and export the model as CAD Format , open the DXF. Now take the Naviswork, select the Open menu …

Challenge 10 1. Aim: To create a set of sinusodial points, to create a cure and to create a surface out of the curve Procedure: Open the Revit software and click on the dynamo option in the manage toolbar Now double click on the dynamo screen, the code block will be visible Now insert the range and connect  Now type…

Challenge 9 1. The shortcut keys for the given tasks are listed below: Using 3D model create a section box =BX To create similar doors and windows in a floor plan layout =CS To reduce the thickness of lines visible in plan views =TL To apply override settings to a floor in the model section view =EOD To increase the range…

Challenge 8 1.  HVAC systems (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems ) are responsible for the refulation of heat, airflow, ventilation and air conditioning of an entire building. We would not see the machines when we enter the building but we will most certainly feel the effects of a comfortable and well-ventilated…

Challenge 7 1. My project is to built a multi-unit residential apartment from the given options, 2. Assumptions for geographic and location details for our project modeling are as follows:- Construction location is assumed to be in a residential area of Alappuzha, Kerala. The construction is done in a plain terrane As…

Challenge 6 1. Aim:  To set project base point and project shared coordinates for the project using manage tab in the Architectural template Procedure: Open the REVIT software and create a project using the architectural template Now draw horizontal and vertical grids intersecting each other. Now we coordinates…

Challenge  1. The building codes are essential for the modeling / efficiency if drawings in Revit because of the following reasons:- The building codes address many of a society's important concerns including public health and safety, environment protection without disturbing the ecosystem etc. Building codes helps…

Challenge 4 1. Aim: To model a ceiling from the Architectute tab above the walls at the first floor level Procedure: Open the Revit software, select the project to continue Select Ceiling option from the architecture toolbar Now select each room one by one, thus the ceiling will be created RESULT 2. Aim: To model a roof…

Challenge 3 1. Aim: To create floor plan and to apply the materials and thickness using property browser Procedure:   Now select the floor, click edit type from the properties browser Now click the edit option and edit assembly tab appears, select material type and apply Finally the material is applied to the floor…

Challenge 2 1. BIM is the acronym for Building Information Modeling. BIM is an intelligent 3D model-based process that gives Architectural, Engineering and Construction (AEC) professionals that insight and tools to more efficiency plan, design, construct and manage buildings and infrastructure. This is supported by various…

Week 1 Challenge 1. Aim: To create a new project (Structural / Architectural / Construction template ) and name the project appropriately Procedure: Open the Revit Software Now select the File toolbar, from that, select New option Select the project and select New Project Now the Template file tab will appear, select…

PROJECT 2 Aim: To create a 3 dimensional model of a residential building with a rendered view. Introduction: AutoCAD is a 3D CAD software that is used commercially across the world. AutoCAD offers an exclusive range of commands and functions both for 3D and 2D modeling. While working in 2D, the user only…

  CHALLENGE:13 1. Aim: To create a 3D Isometric View of the building with plan and elevation given. Procedure: Open AutoCad,  Select Imperial system Set Units , select Engineering with precision 0'0.0" Set the Limits; Lower limit as 0'0.0",0'0.0" and Upper limit as 1000'0.0",1000'0.0" In the command prompt, command…

Initial Procedure: Open AutoCad,  Select Imperial system Set Units , select Engineering with precision 0'0.0" Set the Limits; Lower limit as 0'0.0",0'0.0" and Upper limit as 1000'0.0",1000'0.0" In the command prompt, command ZOOM and select All Now change the Working space from Drafting and annotation to 3D modelling…

Initial Procedure: Open AutoCad Select the metric system Select the Units and selecting decimals with precision 0,0 Set the Limits, as lower limits 0,0 and upper limits 1000,1000 Now in the command prompt, command, ZOOM and select All. 1. Aim: To create a layout of the plan and Section A of the project in Challenges 7,…

Initial procedure: Open AutoCad Select the metric system  Set the Unit as Decimal with precision 0,0 Now set the Limits, lower limit as 0,0 and upper limit as 1000,1000 Type Zoom in the command prompt and select All. 1. Aim: To create the layouts of the Kitchen and provide hatches pattern as shown in the figure Procedure:…

Initial Procedure: Open AutoCad and select the metric system Now set the units and select Decimals with precision 0 Now set the Limits as Lower limit to 0,0 and upper limit to 1000,1000 Now use the ZOOM command and select All. 1. Aim: To create the templates as shown in Figures Procedure:  Using the LINE command,…

Aim:To sketch the Plan and sections of the given building Procedure: Open AutoCad Take a new drawing by QNEW and select decimals and set precision to 0.0 Set the units  Set the LIMITS, that is lower limit as 0,0 and upper limit as 1000,1000 Set the Scale as 1:100 Type Z and then A to zoom all  Sketching PLAN:…

1. Aim: To draw the cabinet, floor plan, kitchen, column details and rafe layout of the giving drawings. Sketching Plan Procedure: Open AutoCad Take a new drawing by QNEW and select decimals and set precision to 0.0 Set the units  Set the LIMITS, that is lower limit as 0,0 and upper limit as 1000,1000 Type Z and then…

1. Aim: To create a column schedule as given in the figure Procedure: Open AutoCad. Set the units, Engineering with precision 0'0.0" Set the limits. Now using the LINE, draw a 9" horizontal line and 24" vertical line on both sides Using OFFSET command, draw an offset of 0.6" on all the four sides. Using TRIM command, trim…

Aim 1: To sketch the layout of a residence as shown in the Figure. Introduction: Sketch of a residential building using AutoCad is done through this challenge. Here, we consider all dimensions as reference to sketch the unit plan.  Procedure: Open AutoCad Using the command prompt, enter QNEW and select imperial Type…

`Aim: Drafting of various given geometries using Chamfer, Fillet tool in AutoCad Introduction: AutoCad offers various functions and tools to improve the designing thus enhancing the easiness, some of them are fillet, chamfer, rotate, mirror, etc. Initial procedure: Start by typing QNEW in the command box Advanced…

Aim: To Creating a Floor plan, Footing detail and Isometric view using AutoCad Introduction: AutoCadd software offers soo many commands and have many features like camphering the rectangle, fillet rectangle, creating offset, dimension, ortho mode, moving, copying, creating mirror image, using isometeric…

    Aim: To create the geometries from P1 to P2  using all the coordinates system methods using the line and circle tools. Introduction: AutoCAD offers three co-ordinate systems in which we make sketches. They are; Absolute co-ordinate system: Use of cartesian co-ordinate system where all the co-ordinates…

Aim: To design a G+1 Residential plan considering the principles of Vaastu Shastra. Calculation of individual loads in each structural members as per the IS codes.   Aim 1: To design a G+1 Residential plan considering the basic principles of Vaastu Shastra Introduction:              …

Mix design for M35 grade Concrete with fly ash Aim: Mix Designing of M35 grade concrete with concrete with fly ash Introduction: The proportion of ingredients of M35 concrete mix using fly ash   as mineral admixture is expressed in the ratios of cement, fine aggregate, and coarse aggregate. Procedure: Step 1: …