John Ginger

Bio: John Ginger is an academic researcher from James Cook University. The author has contributed to research in topics: Roof & Wind engineering. The author has an hindex of 18, co-authored 93 publications receiving 862 citations. Previous affiliations of John Ginger include University of Queensland & Texas Tech University.

Variation of Internal Pressure with Varying Sizes of Dominant Openings and Volumes

Abstract: A dominant opening in a windward wall will generate large positive internal pressures during windstorms, which, in combination with large suction pressures on the roof, commonly causes building failures and is hence a governing design criterion. The fluctuating (and peak) internal pressures are dependent on the external pressure and the size of the opening and the size of the building volume. This study presents ratios of internal pressure to external pressure standard deviations and peaks in terms of the nondimensional opening size to volume parameter, S*, and the size of the dominant opening and discharge coefficient. The study also analyzes equations that have been proposed as design formulas for inclusion in codes and standards.

Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures

Abstract: Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures provides requirements for general structural design and includes means for determining dead, live, soil, flood, wind, snow, rain, atmospheric ice, and earthquake loads, as well as their combinations, which are suitable for inclusion in building codes and other documents. This Standard, a revision of ASCE/SEI 7-05, offers a complete update and reorganization of the wind load provisions, expanding them from one chapter into six. The Standard contains new ultimate event wind maps with corresponding reductions in load factors, so that the loads are not affected, and updates the seismic loads with new risk-targeted seismic maps. The snow, live, and atmospheric icing provisions are updated as well. In addition, the Standard includes a detailed Commentary with explanatory and supplementary information designed to assist building code committees and regulatory authorities. Standard ASCE/SEI 7 is an integral part of building codes in the United States. Many of the load provisions are substantially adopted by reference in the International Building Code and the NFPA 5000 Building Construction and Safety Code. Structural engineers, architects, and those engaged in preparing and administering local building codes will find this Standard an essential reference in their practice. Note: New orders are fulfilled from the second printing, which incorporates the errata to the first printing.

Structural response of modular buildings – An overview

Abstract: Prefabrication by off-site manufacturing leads to a reduced overall construction schedule, improved quality, and reduced resource wastage. Modular building is therefore increasingly popular and promoted. With the recent promotion a number of relevant studies have been completed, however, a review of the design, construction, and performance of modular buildings under different loading conditions is lacking. This paper presents a state-of-the-art review of modular building structures. First, structural forms and construction materials are presented as a brief introduction to the modular structures. Modular building is shown to refer not to a single structure type, but a variety of structural systems and materials. These modular structures might perform differently to similar traditional structures and the structural performance is highly dependent on inter- and intra-module connections. The structural response of modules to different hazards is then considered, followed by the current design practice and methodology. As a currently developing area there is great potential for innovation in modular structures and several key research areas are identified for further work.

Wind loading of structures

Abstract: The static and dynamic approaches to the determination of design wind loads have been summarised along with the various assumptions, approximations and limitations involved. The application of these two approaches using the Australian Standard AS1170.2 is discussed along with comparisons from wind tunnel measurements.