🌬️ New Knowledge Base Article: Wind Load Simulation for the Structural Design of Irregular High-Rise Buildings 🏙️
As high-rise buildings grow in height and complexity, particularly those with unique geometries like twisting, tapering, or free-form facades, wind load simulation becomes a critical factor in their design. In our latest article, we dive into the importance of simulating wind loads for irregular high-rise buildings and the engineering challenges they face.
Unlike standard buildings, irregular high-rises present:
▪️ Complex flow patterns (vortex shedding, separation, reattachment)
▪️ Localized pressure concentrations
▪️ Torsional effects and cross-wind excitation
▪️ Amplified structural response due to asymmetry
Often, traditional code-based wind load calculations don’t suffice for these complex structures. Wind tunnel testing and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations are key to capturing realistic wind behavior and ensuring structural safety, serviceability, and occupant comfort.
The article highlights best practices, methods, and considerations in wind load simulation, emphasizing the role of computational techniques in the design of these fascinating structures.
🔗 Read the full article to learn more about the significance of accurate wind load simulation in high-rise design.
