To end a class in structures I have a final project which involves designing a simple bridge or house. In order to design it we'll have to calculate/analyze loads sheer etc to determine what materials/size/overall structure.
So i'm looking for any tips people can offer like where to start, what steps to take, essentially a good method to go about this project.
Also in class when we've calculated the effect of load on a structure we've always started with a diagram of the structure and some loads already being applied. How to get those starting loads so I can start analyzing different shapes/structures?
So i'm looking for any tips people can offer like where to start, what steps to take, essentially a good method to go about this project.
Also in class when we've calculated the effect of load on a structure we've always started with a diagram of the structure and some loads already being applied. How to get those starting loads so I can start analyzing different shapes/structures?