The Feasibility Behind Constructing and Designing a Structural System in a Multi-Story Building for Mobile Home Units
Open Access
Author:
Fitch, Michael
Area of Honors:
Civil Engineering
Degree:
Bachelor of Science
Document Type:
Thesis
Thesis Supervisors:
Ali M Memari, Thesis Supervisor Sukran Ilgin Guler, Thesis Honors Advisor
Keywords:
Building Construction Mobile Home Housing Structure Modular Design Unit
Abstract:
The market for mobile homes has been on the decline and continues to be into present day. However, the necessity to be mobile continues to grow as the world around us further expands. Many career driven workers are asked to travel all over as companies seek to reach new markets. Rental housing continues to be expensive, which bogs down inhabitants with little opportunity to save money. Young adults are especially in need of housing that is flexible and inexpensive as they seek to obtain a successful work life. The demand for a new form of housing is evident which would address the challenges present. The idea presented through this research is to create a structural system that can sustain removable modular units for everyday living. The mobile home units themselves can function on their own as well as when plugged into a host structure. It can be purchased at an affordable price and self-towed to any desired location. This provides the opportunity for owners to be truly mobile in their endeavors as well as gain equity instead of renting for long periods. The building designed specifically for the units utilizes a multi-story structural framing system. It will act similarly to an apartment building but allows the “rooms” to be removed at any point. The capability to go or stay wherever whenever should appeal greatly to those living an industrious and versatile lifestyle.
