Week 5
The types or thickness of the materials affects the span
E-learning The first part that the e-learning discussed about floor systems and gave a short summary on what Ching mentioned about it. Ching divided floor systems into linear beam which consists of joist, steel and timber. This creates a more homogeneous slab of concrete.
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Ply wood or structural board which is about 25mm thick can only support a short distance (450-600mm)
It was further mentioned how steel systems work in the floor systems I beam
Open web joist
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The depth of floor system is directly related to the size of the structural bays The strength of materials used The floor loads are transferred into structures such as columns and walls Needs to span between these support
Steel decking -
Uses formwork that is not removed as it carry tensile forces
It was further discussed on how joist and bearers are beams and that a panel sheeting is put on top of a joist which supports it via tensile strength.