9 - Limitations of Aluminum in Civil Engineering
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What is one limitation of aluminum concerning fire safety?
💡 Hint: Think about how temperatures affect materials.
How does the cost of aluminum compare to steel?
💡 Hint: Consider why materials are chosen based on budget.
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What is a major limitation of aluminum compared to steel?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials behave under high temperatures.
True or False: Aluminum is less expensive than steel.
💡 Hint: Remember the discussion on material costs.
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Design a small pedestrian footbridge using aluminum while considering its limitations. Discuss how you might mitigate the issues of cost, stiffness, fatigue, and fire resistance.
💡 Hint: Use creative engineering solutions.
Evaluate a design proposal for a school with aluminum roofing, detailing the pros and cons, especially relating to aluminum's cost and fire resistance.
💡 Hint: Focus on the holistic view of aluminum applications.
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