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    ASCE 7-05 13.3.1 Seismic Design Force - z/h Question

    Thanks for the reply JAE. I was not taking into consideration the effect of a taller building's longer period on seismic loads. Also, I guess I need to think more in relative terms and less in absolute ones.
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    ASCE 7-05 13.3.1 Seismic Design Force - z/h Question

    I have a question regarding the z/h term in equation 13.3-1 for calculating the seismic design force for nonstructural components. I think I understand the definitions of z and h and the purpose of the z/h term in the equation. However, what I find unclear is why the increase in the seismic...
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