Monday, March 14, 2011

3.2.8

1.    How do weight and applications of loads affect the design of a structure?
The weight and applications of loads affect the dersign of a structure by creating more pressure on the base of the structure.

2.    What factors determine whether soil is suitable to support a structure?
density, compactibility,
3.    What considerations influence the depth and height of the foundation?
frost level, type of soil, location
4.  What are the typical modes of failure of a concrete footing?
Soil heave, and breaking dead ends efficanrts