Structural-Member-Configuration ...

Here we look at some Project Specific Questions and the answers to those questions

• the entire building as a system
• the anatomy -- the Physical Model and the Analytical and Design Model of the structural member ... for example as in Anatomy Of The Wall

So, let us start with the

1. Physical Model of the structural member ... so in this case you would be looking at
   • the physical layout of the structural member
   • the structure that supports the structural member
   • and then you will look at features and constraints all around the structural member
   • above it
   • below it
   • to its right
   • to its left

   developing the physical model will expose the boundaries we would have to respect, and the dimensional constraints we will have to live with thus helping us with the feasible physical configuration of the structural member of the building

   In regard to the discussion of the structure as a whole, as discussed in the discussion on Building-System we would look at whether it should be ...

   • Solid Structure
   • Skeletal Structure
   • Surface Structure

   and then we go to the

2. Analytical and Design Model of the roof of the structural member ... that will help us develop
   • the nature and the magnitude of the loading on the structural member
   • the nature and magnitude of the reactive forces at the supports of the structural member
   • based on principles of structural mechanics and state-of-the-art methods, you will design each structural member of the building

   By looking at the structural member of the building as part of the Building System, and looking at the entire facility wholistically as part of a system with its surroundings and environment, you will begin to see the feasible options emerge that meet all of the design requirements including those of creature comfort, aesthetic considerations, and harmony with the surroundings and the environment.

   Following the Top Ten List ... from the feasible options that emerge, then you will choose the structural configuration that befits your situation in regard to budget costs, schedule, constructibility, degree of difficulty, and the complete set of specifications for the project.

Yes, design as we mentioned is both an art and a science -- where your intuition, experience, and visualization are at play along with the application of scientific principles. Sounds almost spiritual dosn't it ... but that's a discussion for another day!

beginning of Structural-Member-Configuration

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