Statics Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Statics v Dynamics
A
Statics - body in equilibrium
Dynamics - kinetics
2
Q
What are the types of design loads?
A
Design - buildings/roofs
Live - Occupancy
Environmental - Snow, Rain, Wind, Seismic
3
Q
What are the three types of internal stresses?
A
Axial (Crushing), Shear (lateral), Flexural (cross section)
4
Q
Strengths/Weaknesses of concrete?
A
Strength: Strong in compression, cheap
Weakness: BRITTLE FAILURE, heavy, poor in tension
5
Q
Strengths/Weaknesses for Masonry?
A
Strengths: Shear, cheap, light
Weaknesses: BRITTLE FAILURE, flexure
6
Q
Strengths/Weaknesses of Wood?
A
Strengths: Versatile
Weaknesses: BRITTLE FAILURE, FIRE
7
Q
Strengths/Weaknesses of Steel?
A
Strengths: Great for all stresses, Lightweight
Weaknesses: DUCTILE FAILURE, $$$
