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CHAPTER V Building and Site Concept 5.1

Structural System The structural system of the proposed Multi-Plex in Calamba, Laguna will be

designed based on its location. The Marikina Valley Fault System traverses Barangays Canlubang, Bunggo, Laguerta, and Burol. This makes Calamba vulnerable to earthquake hazards. Another potential natural hazard is the probable eruption of Taal Volcano, which may affect Calamba depending on the magnitude of the eruption. The researcher sought the help of various books, slide presentations, and the internet to find different structural design techniques that will be applicable in designing an earthquake resistant structure. The following techniques are stated below. Floor System Composite Construction

Figure 74.0 Composite Construction Source: ASCE 2002

Composite construction refers to two load-carrying structural members that are integrally connected and deflect as a single unit. An example of this is a composite metal deck with concrete fill, steel filter beams, and girders made composite by using headed stud connectors. A steel beam which is made composite by using shear connectors,

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