Knecht Chapter 21 Review Questions

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Chapter 21 Heavy Timber Construction Review Questions 1. What types of wood products are used to frame heavy timber buildings? Solid timbers, glue laminated members, parallel-strand lumber, and laminated veneer lumber. 2. What is the difference in reaction to fire between timber structural systems and steel systems? Heavy timber can maintain their structural capacity longer than would structural steel. 3. What is meant by a hinged arch? An arch that will move because of hinge points. 4. What two types of design are used for glued laminated dome construction? Radial arch or a triangulated system. 5. What do codes require steel hold downs? They are used to meet structural tie down and tilt over requirements. 6. What are the types of span details used with glued laminated wood decking? 2 7/8 X 5 3/8 in and 3 X 7 1/8 7. Why are split ring connectors used? Wood to wood connections that distribute lateral forces over a large bearing area than the bolts alone provide. 8. When are shear plates used? Metal to wood connections and distribute lateral forces.
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