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For this project, I focused on the design and calculation of shear walls, critical structural elements vital for the building’s lateral stability and load transfer. Shear walls are essential in high-rise constructions to resist lateral forces such as wind and seismic loads, especially in coastal areas like Portsmouth where wind velocity is significant. The provided building layout, with multiple floors and substantial loads, necessitates a precise analysis of shear wall capacity to ensure safety, serviceability, and compliance with current standards.

My approach began with understanding the loadings on the structure, including dead loads from structural components, cladding, services, and imposed loads from occupancy and equipment. I specifically examined the floor and roof live loads to assess the shear wall's design load. The coastline location introduces wind load considerations, for which I adopted the basic wind velocity of 22 m/sec as given in BS EN 1991-1-4:2005, applying appropriate load combinations for maximum lateral forces.

Using the building's architectural drawings, I identified potential shear wall locations, primarily along the longitudinal axis of the building to offer maximum resistance to wind and seismic forces. I selected typical wall sections based on the structural framing scheme, considering factors such as spacing, reinforcement, and material strength. The shear walls were designed with faced precast concrete panels, emphasizing durability and aesthetic appeal, aligned with the client’s specifications.

Calculations involved determining the shear force capacity of the proposed shear walls. I employed the Eurocodes, particularly EN 1992-1-1, which governs concrete structures, to evaluate shear capacity using the formula:

\[ V_{Rd} = C_{rd} \times b \times d \times \sqrt{f_{ck}} \]

where \( V_{Rd} \) is the design shear resistance, \( C_{rd} \) is a coefficient considering safety factors, \( b \) is the wall cross-sectional width, \( d \) is the effective depth, and \( f_{ck} \) is the characteristic compressive cylinder strength of concrete.

Reinforcement details were chosen to meet the minimum requirements for ductility and strength, ensuring the shear walls' performance during extreme events. To verify the adequacy of the shear walls, I calculated the maximum shear forces from wind loads using the standard load combinations and checked whether the capacity exceeded the applied values. For safety, I incorporated a 1.5 safety factor for ultimate limit state considerations.

The analysis revealed that, for the selected wall dimensions and reinforcement, the shear capacity was sufficient to resist the maximum lateral loads determined from wind pressures, which aligned with the environmental conditions of the site. The walls' structural behavior was further validated by considering possible load transfer mechanisms, such as link beams and boundary elements, to prevent failure modes like shear failure or excessive cracking.

In conclusion, the process involved detailed load analysis, adherence to Eurocode standards, and selecting suitable reinforcement detailing to ensure structural safety and durability. The calculations were performed using hand methods supplemented with digital design tools for verification. All material properties and load assumptions adhered to the latest standards, ensuring compliance and structural integrity for the project.

References

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