32. Case Study III: MAGAZINI GENERALI

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of a cantilever column?

   Hint

   Think of how a diving board works.

2. 2.

   How do you calculate total load on the Magazini Generali?

   Hint

   Remember to reference your calculations.

3. 3.

   What shape is the internal frame of Magazini Generali designed to minimize?

   • Bending moments
   • Shear forces
   • Tensile stress

   Hint

   Focus on the function of the frame shape.

4. 4.

   True or False: The total uniform load in the Magazini Generali is 1.6 k/ft.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recollect what you'd calculated.

5. 5.

   If the roof load increases to 120 psf over the same span, recalculate the total load and maximum moment.

   Hint

   Make sure to adjust for the updated loads.

6. 6.

   Analyze how reducing the frame weight affects the reactions and shear forces in the Magazini Generali.

   Hint

   Consider how the system reacts to changes in loading.