Has anyone designed a single wythe brick fence. I've been asked to design an 8 feet tall single wythe brick fence with pilasters at 13' oc? I don't think the brick and it's reinforcing is capable of withstanding the wind load (110 mph) as a cantilever wall, and to transfer the load into the...
If a test in a lab is run is it valid if it is NOT signed by a Professional Engineer?
For instance if a lab runs ASTM E1886 / E1996 for windows exposed to high winds and impact protective systems, can they justify an answer without a PE?
Slab is a typical waffle PT slab on grade. Does anyone know about the forces in the grade beams if a horizontal joint is installed? As in pouring the grade beams first with draped cables then the 4" PT slab on top. Leaving 8" at perimeter for slab cable installation. I am concerned about the...
Is there anywhere on line I can find information on post-frame buildings (pole barns) utilizing metal panels for roof diaphragm and shearwalls? The rest of the structure is typical wood post-frame construction.
