14. DESIGN PHILOSOPHIES of ACI and AISC CODES

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are safety provisions in design?

   Hint

   Think about why engineers consider safety.

2. 2.

   Name two types of loads affecting structures.

   Hint

   One changes, the other doesn't.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of safety provisions in structural design?

   • To enhance aesthetics
   • To limit failure probability
   • To reduce costs

   Hint

   Think about what keeps people safe.

4. 4.

   True or False: Live loads are generally more stable than dead loads.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about what live loads comprise.

5. 5.

   Design a beam that can handle an unexpected increase in live load. Assume current live load is 2000 lbs and factor for an additional 1000 lbs due to potential overload from a party scenario.

   Hint

   Consider the equations that define load capacities.

6. 6.

   Evaluate a column's design under the assumption of a sudden load increase from neighbors. How would you adjust your protective measures based on AISC guidelines?

   Hint

   Review the specified limits in AISC for safety evaluations.