International Research Journal of Education and Technology

Storage bins are essential for industrial and agricultural applications, particularly for storing bulk materials such as grains, cement, and coal. The structural efficiency, material usage, and economic feasibility of such bins are heavily influenced by their geometric proportions. This study aims to compare the structural behavior and cost-effectiveness of shallow and deep bins with the same storage capacity under identical loading conditions using ETABS software. Six different models (three deep bins and three shallow bins) were analyzed, focusing on displacement, forces, bending moments, and material stresses. The study found that deep bins exhibit lower displacement and better structural stability, making them preferable in terms of space optimization and material efficiency. The research concludes that deep bins are more cost-effective than shallow bins due to their reduced surface area and material requirements.

Keywords: ETABS, Finite Element Method, Structural Analysis, Storage Bins, Seismic Load, Wind Load, Cost Optimization, IS Codes.