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Topic : Common Structural Forms for High-rise Buildings in Hong Kong

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Features of <strong>in</strong>-situ RC frame construction (cont.)<br />

<strong>Structural</strong> characteristics and design aspects<br />

1. Concrete design more flexible and accurate than steel<br />

because of non dependence on standard sections<br />

2. Concrete frame easily damaged by build<strong>in</strong>g movements<br />

3. Problems of creep & shr<strong>in</strong>kage (cause damage to f<strong>in</strong>ishes)<br />

4. <strong>High</strong>er dead load and bigger structural elements<br />

5. Better fire resistance<br />

6. Durability sensitive to workmanship<br />

7. Overload<strong>in</strong>g cause irreversible structural damages<br />

8. Flexible <strong>in</strong> layout and shape

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