4.1.1 - Rigid Structural Frame
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What is a rigid frame?
💡 Hint: Think about how it holds its shape under load.
Name one benefit of rigid frames.
💡 Hint: Consider structures subject to heavy loads.
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What is the main characteristic of a rigid structural frame?
💡 Hint: Think about the definition of rigidity.
True or False: Fixed-ended frames provide less stability than pin-ended frames.
💡 Hint: Consider the support types and their effects.
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Calculate the total load transferred to a fixed rigid frame given that the load distribution is uneven across its beams. How does this affect the stability?
💡 Hint: Start by drawing a free-body diagram of the frame.
Compare the cost implications of using rigid frames versus traditional load-bearing walls in a hypothetical project.
💡 Hint: List the materials needed for both construction types.
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