Comparatively Design and Analyze Elevated Rectangular Water Reservoir with and without Bracing for Different Stagging Height

Abstract

A water tank, like a container that stores liquids, are categorized based on shape studies predict the analysis and design of rectangular as well as circular overhead water tanks through the usage of STADD PRO software. Storage reservoirs, especially overhead tanks, serve the purpose of storing and distributing water to consumers. Water supply planning may not have been adequately done for the recently built Overhead Circular Tank to meet the increasing demands of the expanding urban population. Branched distribution systems could be in several scenarios, including rural irrigation and the distribution of reclaimed water. Time is approaching when the need to conserve and store water becomes so essential. In such moments, it is crucial to develop cost-effective methods for storing and distributing water. The water that is stored in overhead water tanks is strategically placed. The overhead tank is vital as it serves as a common public utility structure. The distribution to nearby areas can be done without the need for pumping!!! The cost efficiency of overhead storage water tanks relies significantly on the quantity of concrete and steel needed for tank construction. As an initial resolution to this issue, it is essential to develop a water storage project based on STAAD principles, famously known as Overhead Water Reservoir. The current study covers the analysis and design of an elevated circular water tank using STAAD.Pro V8i. The design involves manual load calculations and the analysis of the entire structure using STAAD Pro V8i. The method of design used in the STAAD.Pro analysis is Limit State Design; the water tank is being subjected to various loads such as wind load, deadload, self-weight, and hydrostatic load due to water.