1. Frame
structure
Frame structures are a type of construction
method that uses a skeleton of beams,
columns, and a slab to resist gravity and lateral
loads
• Transfers loads from the building to the
foundation
• Allows for open floor plans and flexible
design
• More common than load-bearing wall
structures in modern architecture
2. Beams: These are the horizontal members that connect the columns and
provide support to the structure.
Columns: These are the vertical members that support the weight of the
structure and transfer it to the foundation. They can be made of various
materials such as concrete, steel, or wood.
Connections: These are the joints that connect the columns, beams, and slabs
together. They can be made of various materials such as bolts, welds, or
adhesives.
Bracing: Elements that provide lateral stability against wind and seismic forces
Foundation: This is the base of the structure that transfers the weight of the
structure to the ground.
Slabs: These are the horizontal elements that are used to create the floors and
roofs of the structure. They can be made of concrete, steel, or other materials
Components of a
Frame Structure
3. Types of Frame Structures
• Steel Frame
• Reinforced Concrete Frame Structures
• Timber Frames:
Based on Material
• Rigid Frame Structures
• Braced Frame Structures
• Moment Resisting Frame Structures
based on their design and functionality
4. Steel Frames: Steel frame structures are made from steel beams and columns,
and are often used for high-rise buildings, commercial and industrial
buildings, and bridges. Steel frame structures are known for their strength,
durability, and ability to withstand heavy loads
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Reinforced Concrete Frame Structures: These structures are made from
reinforced concrete, which is a combination of concrete and steel rebar.
Reinforced concrete frame structures are often used for high-rise buildings,
bridges, and other large-scale construction projects
Timber Frames: Sustainable, good insulation,
becoming more popular
These are the most common type of frame
structure, made from wood, engineered
wood, or a combination of both. Wood frame
structures are often used for residential and
commercial buildings, and are known for
their aesthetic appeal and cost-effectiveness.
5. Rigid frame structures are a type of frame structure designed to resist
deformation and bending. They are known for their inherent stability and are
often used in high-rise buildings, long-span structures like bridges, and
buildings requiring a high degree of lateral stability against wind or seismic
forces
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Braced frame structures are a type of frame structure specifically designed to
resist lateral loads, such as wind and seismic forces. Unlike rigid frames that
rely on stiff connections to transfer bending moments, braced frames use
diagonal bracing elements to provide additional stability
Moment resisting frame (MRF) structures are
a type of frame structure designed to resist
bending moments caused by gravity loads
(weight of the building and occupants) and
lateral forces (wind and seismic activity)
6. DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
• Building size and complexity
• Architectural style and desired aesthetics
• Functional requirements (e.g., large open
spaces)
• Local building codes and regulations
• Material availability and cost
• Sustainability considerations (e.g., energy
efficiency, recycled materials) Group 2, Sec B
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