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Question Paper Code : X96171

M.E. Degree Examinations, november/december 2020

Elective
Structural Engineering (MBCBS)
st 9006 – prefabricated structures
(Common to M.E. (Part-Time) Structural Engineering)
(Regulations 2009/2008)

Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 Marks

Assume any additional data required and indicate it clearly

Answer All questions

Part – A (10×2=20 Marks)

1. List the advantages and disadvantages of prefabricated systems.

2. What is meant by modular coordination ?

3. List the different types of modular grids.

4. What is meant by lift slab construction ?

5. What are the different types of floor panels used in prefabrication ?

6. What do you understand about over-roofs ?

7. Give the classifications of wall panels.

8. Name the types of wall joints.

9. What are folded plates ?

10. What is meant by a cylindrical shell ?

Part – B (5×16=80 Marks)

11. a) i) Explain in detail the requirements for planning and layout of prefabrication
plant. (8)
ii) Write about location and types of shear walls. (8)
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b) i) What are the precautions to be taken during disuniting of structures ?

Explain. (8)
ii) What are the safety factors to be considered in prefabricated construction ?
Discuss. (8)

12. a) Write down the procedure of calculating the three dimensional stiffness of
closed and open system buildings.
(OR)
b) Explain the construction procedure of prefabricated single storey industrial
buildings with trusses and shells.

13. a) Explain in detail about various methods to control the deflection for short term
and long term loads. (16)
(OR)
b) Explain briefly about the design procedure of staircase slab system. (16)

14. a) Sketch the beam – column and column to foundation connection using precast
elements.
(OR)
b) What are the essential requirements of joints in precast construction ?

15. a) Explain all the components of a single-storey modem industrial shed.

(OR)
b) Explain the steps involved in the design of wind bracing in prefabricated building.

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