Stability of High Rise Building
EOI: 10.11242/viva-tech.01.08.012
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Faizan Kazi,Kshitij Awad, Abhijit Shikpule , Faizan Kazi, " Stability of High Rise Building. ", VIVA-IJRI Volume 1, Issue 8, Article 12, pp. 1-5, 2025. Published by Computer Engineering Department, VIVA Institute of Technology, Virar, India.
Abstract
The stability of high-rise buildings is a critical factor in ensuring their safety and longevity. This involves assessing various elements such as structural design, material strength, and dynamic loads (including wind, seismic activity, and thermal effects). The primary concerns in maintaining stability are resisting lateral forces, ensuring sufficient foundation support, and preventing excessive sway or tilting. Advanced engineering techniques, including the use of reinforced concrete, steel frames, and damping systems, are often employed to enhance stability. Additionally, computational modelling and simulation are increasingly used to predict building behavior under various conditions. Maintaining stability also requires regular maintenance and retrofitting, especially in response to changing environmental factors or unexpected events. Ultimately, a high-rise building’s stability depends on a well-integrated approach that considers both structural integrity and external factors over the building’s lifecycle.
Keywords
- Structural Stability, Design principles, Loads on sesmic , wind and dynamic
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