Analysis of three-dimensional components with mixed shell and solid elements

Here is the backstory for our second case study. As part of the drive toward decarbonization, the development of solar roof collectors has emerged as one of the simple measures toward the management of the energy crisis confronting our world. This is evident in some of the recent research studies, see for instance [5, 6]. In many cases, these roof-based solar modules are external add-ons to the buildings. This means the effect they have on the structural response of the building may not have been considered at the initial design stage. This case study, therefore, springs from an attempt to examine this effect.

Problem statement – case study 2

In the next few pages, we wish to extend the previous case study to account for the presence of three 3 m by 3 m solar collectors on the top slabs as illustrated in Figure 7.26. Primarily, our objective is to evaluate the ensuing change in deformation and...