Shear Wall Structure System

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SHEAR WALL STRUCTURE

SYSTEM


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Definition:

In structural Engg, A shear wall is a wallcomposed of braced panels to counter theeffects of lateral load

(seismic & wind) acting on a structure.


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1. There are typically wood frame,stud walls are used in the

construction of shear wall, coveredwith structural sheathing material.

2. If they are designed &constructed properly, they will

have the strength and stiffness to

resist the horizontal forces.


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What type of forces do shear wallresist.

1. Shear Forces ( Eq, Wind)

2. Uplift forces.


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Effects of Horizontal forces .


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Functions of shear walls:

Most provide Necessary lateral strength toresist horizontal forces, when shear walls arestrong enough they will transfer thesehorizontal forces to the next element.


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Strengthen material:

According to 1994 uniform building code:

Sheathing Material : gypsum wallboard,cement plaster, fiberboard, plywood &oriented stand board.

Fasteners Material: staples, screws & nails.


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Damages in Shear walls.


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Shear Wall Structure System