After studying for the SE exam, I found myself able to better attack problems on an individual basis. As dhengr said, more experience will certainly help. I agree with Mike wholeheartedly.
I guess I didn't understand your original question. Why do you need to justify the sill plate is distributing the post load?
What if you assume the sill does not distribute the load and the load from the post is over an area equivalent to the post size? I'm sure there is an adequate area for...
What is your foundation under this wall? What seismic design category is your project?
Assuming the wall is supported on its own continuous footing or thickened slab, I treat the stud wall like a uniform line load. Depending on the magnitude of the post load, you can either justify that the...
I'm working on a project where the owner/developer wants to use the Barrette open joist triforce wood trusses: https://www.openjoisttriforce.com/ In concept, the triforce trusses are intriguing because one end has a solid OSB section (like a wood I-joist), enabling the framers to field trim as...
Thanks for the link, Seth! We have already started a RAM model, so it would be ideal to continue on that path. I'll read up on the information you suggested.
I'm assuming one of the pitfalls would be auto-load generation. If you picture an elevation of the building, the right half of the...
This is my first post, so forgive me if I started this thread in the wrong location.
I'm looking for modeling tips for a fairly complex building structure. This building will have floors that ramp to accommodate levels for an existing building. In addition, there are certain areas where the...
