Study on the Façade Detailing for Wind Load
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2020-07
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Addis Ababa University
Abstract
Building facades are the first aesthetic characteristic that distinguishes one structure from
another. Its unique appearance is frequently the subject of trouble attracting. Façade systems
are now widely used for new high-rise buildings, and they represent a significant investment in
both the building's construction and long-term success. Even the simplest types of façade
systems are far more sophisticated than their earlier equivalents, though many of the earliest
walls are still performing admirably. More than fifty years of research and development have
eliminated the major drawbacks of the original designs, resulting in improved products.
Some people think that a façade system is just an assemblage of glass, aluminum, steel,
screws, and sealant. Its construction is not just a combination of various components, but also
a sophisticated technology involving complex calculations. Some architects are confused by
the relationship between sealant and glass size and wind load, as well as the strength of the
glass to withstand the loads. Beginning in the early 1950s, a series of window units and panels
joined and supported by simple framing components was a relatively simple but creative
concept. Façade system technology has progressed over time to include a wide range of highly
engineered designs.
This dissertation will focus on the façade details for wind load using sealant bite for glass,
limit state design for glass pane, and finite element analysis methods. Finally, the results were
discussed and a conclusion and recommendation on façade details were provided.
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Façade Detailing, Wind Load