PROC 2003 Material Selection and Design Assessment 2 – Material Suitability Assessment (Individual)

Assessment 2 – Material Suitability Assessment (Individual) PROC 2003 Material Selection and Design Min Thu Ya Maung (22041011) Application Selected Material Structural component in a high-rise building Concrete Table of Contents Abstract 2 Introduction 2 Discussion 3 Focus point 1: Describe the application 3  Choose one component (Columns in High Rise Building) 3  Explain its function and importance in the product. 3  Define the operating conditions 3 Focus point 2: Establish Design Requirement 4  Functional requirements 4  Constraints 4  Objectives 4  Free Variables 4  Justify each requirement with reasoning 5 Focus Point 3: Initial Screening Process 5  Use Granta EduPack to compare the current material against the requirements. 5  Does it meet all criteria? Are there compromises 7  Discuss trade-offs 7 Focus Point 4: Ranking Process & Alternative Material 7 Focus Point 5: Best Material for 2050 8  Decide: Why the current material remain the best solution or switch the material? (Concrete + Steel) 8  If keeping it, what changes would make the alternative better? (Concrete) 8  If switching, what drawbacks must be accepted? (Steel) 8 4. Conclusions 9 5. References 9Page | 2 Abstract This report evaluates the suitability of reinforced concrete for structural components in a high-rise building. Concrete remains the industry standard due to its exceptional compressive strength, fire resistance and costeffectiveness as the primary material for structural components in high-rise buildings under modern and future demands. By using Granta EduPack concrete is analyzed for its environmental impact, long-term sustainability, strength and limitations. This examines the material application, design requirement and performance against engineering criteria. Particularly focusing on projects for 2025 a relative study assesses aspects such as production methods, availability, cost and environmental impact implications. Therefore an alternative biobased material cross-laminated timber (CLT) is based on its eco-friendliness, even a better alternative to concrete is steel. It has higher tensile and compressive strength, unlike concrete steel is ductile making the structure resistant to vibration and earthquakes. This concludes on whether to retain concrete or switch to an alternative recommendation, considering future technological and ecological shifts. The finding recommends that while concrete remains an ideal material for heavy load applications, sustainable material and carbon reduction technologies could change the situation in the coming decades and future. Especially if recycling or timber tech gains regulatory approval for tall structures. Introduction Structural components in a high-rise building are an accomplishment of modern engineering that require factors such as material capability to withstand large amounts of load, environmental dynamic elements and service life. Concrete remains the solid foundation of structural construction due to its high strength and the ability to withstand heavy loads. Availability and versatility are also another factor. Whether in collum, walls, floor slab or foundation, it can provide structural firmness and load-carrying capabilities needed for high-rise buildings. This assessment dives deep into the application of concrete in the structural component and framework for high-rise buildings, comparing its suitability to modern alternatives and focusing on performance under various conditions. Exploring new options that can meet demands while minimizing environmental impact and with increasing concern about global sustainability, energy consumption and greenhouse gas emission. The concrete compressive strength is crucial for stability, especially under dead loads, live loads and lateral forces from heavy wind blows or seismic activity such as earthquakes and other vibrations of the earth. At the same time High carbon footprint, heavy load and brittleness can also present another challenge that needs to be considered. The main aim of this assessment is to assess whether concrete remains the most suitable material for high-rise buildings for future demands. The analysis is to investigate the concrete’s performance by applying Granta EduPack which is an engineering design tool and sustainability metrics to find advances in a potential alternative material. Ultimately locating a suitable material strategy to balance structural performance with long-term viability. The finding will help determine whether concrete should remain the default choice or whether an alternative material will emerge and will be a new sustainable material for high-rise development