structures

structures

1. is a set of elements of an object that allow it to maintain its shape and size without deforming when forces act on it.

   • natural structures:
   • artificial structure:
     • are all man-made

2. The function of a structure is:

   • Support weight
   • resist external forces
   • mantain the form
   • protecting objects

3. Static load

   • Are those that act permanently on a structure. For example, the weight of the structures themselves and the weight of the furniture inside them.

4. Dynamic load

   • These are those that do not act in a constant way on the structures.
     • Torsion
     • flexion
     • compression
     • Shearing or cutting
     • Torsion

5. elements of a structure

   • viga
     • horizontal element that supports bending, traction and compression efforts
   • Pilar
     • vertical element that supports compressive and bending stresses
   • foundation
     • element that is at the base of the pilar and that carries compressive stresses)
   • tirante
     • reinforcement element that supports traction efforts
   • square
     • reinforcement element that can withstand tensile or compressive stresses, depending on the case
   • Stability
     • Stability is associated with the position of the GRAVITY CENTER of a body. The center of gravity is the point where all the weight of an object is concentrated
   • resistance
     • The resistance of a structure is associated with the way in which the elements of it are designed.

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