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Imposed loads for inaccessible roofs of light industrial steel buildings
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2003-04)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A critical evaluation of provisions for imposed loads in the South African Loading
Code for design of structures, SABS 0160-1989 (SABS), by comparison with other
codes was performed earlier. The ...
The structural use of alkali activated materials (Geopolymers)
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Alkali activated materials (AAMs), also referred to as geopolymer concretes, are a new generation
of alternative construction materials, which are formed through the alkali activation of
clinker-free ...
The Inverse Finite Element Method: Sensitivity to Measurement Setup
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2005-03)
In the inverse finite element method (iFEM), given a finite element model of a structure
and imperfect displacement measurements, the external loads acting on the structure
can be assessed. The basic idea behind iFEM is ...
Algorithmic component and system reliability analysis of truss structures
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Most of the parameters involved in the design and analysis of structures are of stochastic nature.
This is, therefore, of paramount importance to be able to perform a fully stochastic analysis of
structures ...
Internal variable formulation for the plastic analysis of plane frames
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1999-11)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study provides a comprehensive investigation into the field of advanced analysis of steel
portal frames containing truss elements and frame elements with rigid, semi-rigid or pinned
connections. ...
The seismic analysis of a typical South African unreinforced masonry structure
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: South Africa has some regions which are susceptible to moderate seismic activity. A peak ground
acceleration of between 0.1g and 0.15g can be expected in the southern parts of the Western
Cape. Unreinforced ...
An investigation into the structural behaviour of a novel cellular beam structure in fire
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC) has developed
a novel cellular beam structure (CBS), which has been specifically designed
for the construction of two to ten storey office ...
Implementation of the Fire Beam Element (FBE) in OpenSees for the analysis of structures in fire
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Fire safety design for buildings has become an increasing concern worldwide, especially
after disasters such as the World Trade Centre collapse and the more recent
Grenfell Tower re. In such cases, ...
Structural analysis and repair strategy for an ASR damaged dam structure
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2021-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The Kleinplaas dam is a concrete gravity dam situated in the Jonkershoek area of Stellenbosch,
Western Cape, South Africa. The dam wall has experienced approximately 35 years of ASR
deterioration and ...
Homogenised continuum model for structural analysis of unreinforced alternative masonry walls
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2021-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The construction of 40m2 low-cost, single storey, state subsidised houses with conventional
masonry units (CMUs), to address the South African housing shortage of more than 2 million
units poses an ...