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Building Construction 2

All about constructions! Enjoy! :)
Project 1

Understanding Forces in Skeletal Structure

 

In this project we were required to build a model made of not more than 100 popsicle sticks, with minimum height of 30cm. No adhesives were allowed, and only toothpicks or pins are allowed as joints. With this challenge, I have learnt to construct a stable model with aesthetic values, without the presence of any adhesive glue. Besides that, I have also learnt the various types of bracing systems that could help in both the aesthetic and stability of a tower. I have managed to analyzed the correct way of load transfer in the model as well, so that the model does not break at a certain point easily when load is applied.

Project 2

Understanding Forces in Solid Structure and Surface Structure


For this project, we were to choose a case study on a surface structure as given by the lecturer, analyze the building's load transfer and load distribution, and how the building is capable of supporting itself and the load. As a group of 6, we were to do a complete analysis of the given building and produce a report on the building's construction method. We were also required to build a model of the building, to showcase the construction materials, method and load distribution system in the building. 

Project 3

Construction Detail


This is the final project, and it is an individual work. For this project, we were to produce orthographic drawings and isonometric drawing of a particular construction detail of the building in project 2. As per discussed within the group, I have chosen to do the construction detail of surface frame to ground joining system. With this project, I have gained much knowledge about the details of a construction in a surface building.

© 2013 by Cynthia Lee Siaw Wun 

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