This project investigated the use of various structural systems in resisting gravity and lateral loadings on a five-and ten-story hotel. Analysis was performed under provisions of IBC and ASCE 7-02. Member design utilized LRFD and allowable stress methods. Cost estimates were prepared for the various systems to help facilitate the selection of the best scheme. Based on cost data and constructability concerns, insights were made regarding the value of various structural systems as a function of building height.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Frank, Andrew Bruce.
• Gomes, Alexis Monroe.

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• 04E012M

Advisor

• Albano, Leonard D.

Year

• 2004

Date created

• 2004-01-01

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Civil Engineering

Rights statement

• In Copyright