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A general discussion on different building units which could be pre-fabricated is made in Chapter 9. Pre-fabricated buildings are constructed based on the articulated structure concept. Articulated structure means, the separation of a structure into two or more elements and join the entire structural elements such that it functions as a monolithic structure. The elements…

Important aspects which are to be considered in the construction of RCC tall buildings are given below:

Following are the advantages of tall buildings:

Following are the advantages of tall buildings:

Large-scale industrialisation have resulted in great expansion of building programme. Prohibitive land cost in urban areas and demand to meet large population in urban areas have made way for construction of tall buildings called as multi-storeyed buildings. Thus, we have reached a stage now that multi-storeyed construction is essential and inevitable in urban areas. Buildings…

Following are the advantages of framed structures: Tall buildings are generally of framed structures which are discussed in the next section.

Reinforced cement concrete (RCC) forms the best material for framed structures, provided they are properly designed and constructed. As discussed earlier, columns and beams are interconnected with each other so as to form a grid of the beams and girders. In order to carry various floor levels, the slabs are built monolithically. The foundations may…

In general, steel framework supports all loads. In this type, all columns, beams and girders in the framed structure are of steel section. Adequate bracing is needed for these structures in order to resist the wind and earthquake forces. For these structures, fire-proof and other light materials are used for partitions and exterior walls if…

Use of timber for framed structures offers several advantages like beauty, versatility, durability, low cost, high strength-to-weight ratio, excellent electrical insulation and high shock absorption capacity. Variety of range of finishes can be provided to satisfy decorative and protective purposes. In wooden frames, the walls are conventionally built with slender studs spaced about 40 cm…

As discussed earlier, the materials used for framed structures, viz., wood, metal and RCC, are discussed below.