Sample questions Set B

Truss system

You are constructing a large convention center that requires open and flexible interior spaces. Which structural system would best accommodate this design requirement?

Cable system

You are constructing a bridge that needs to span a long distance with minimal support points. Which structural system would be most suitable for this type of bridge?

Wall thickness, reinforcement detailing, and proper connections

What are the key considerations when designing a wall slab structural system?

Residential building with multiple floors

Which type of building is most suitable for a wall slab structural system?

To resist lateral forces and provide stability

In a wall slab structural system, what is the function of the load-bearing walls?

Efficient utilization of space

What is the primary advantage of a wall slab structural system?

What is a truss structure?

A structural system that uses triangular elements

What is the primary advantage of a wall slab structural system?

Efficient utilization of space

To provide vertical support and carry the building's weight

In a load-bearing structure, what is the purpose of the load-bearing walls?

Efficient use of materials and cost-effectiveness

What is the advantage of load-bearing structures with load-bearing walls?

It transfers vertical loads directly to the foundation through load-bearing walls.

What is the primary characteristic of a load-bearing structure?

What is the primary characteristic of a framed structure?

It uses a network of interconnected beams and columns.

Arch bridge

Which type of structure relies on the principle of tension and compression to maintain its stability?

A frame structure

What type of structure is a tent?

A mass structure

What type of structure is concrete barrier in a parking lot?

Shear Wall System

The project site is situated in a high-seismic zone, necessitating a load distribution system that can effectively dissipate seismic forces. Which system is most suitable for this purpose?

Reinforced concrete core

The building is planned to have a rooftop garden and green spaces. What structural technology would be beneficial in supporting the additional weight of landscaping elements?

Space frame

The architectural team desires a visually striking design for the building's facade. Which structural system is best suited to achieve intricate and complex geometries?

Timber

Which of the following materials is NOT typically used in the construction of a 15-storey mixed-use commercial-residential structure?