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  1. Cjopps1337

    Wind Load Clarification

    Thanks for the reference. Yes code is IBC. However, the building being 400 ft, 300 ft , etc should not effect negative wind load at the bottom the building. It is strange that this is the requirement, especially with such an extreme height different (30 ft vs 400 ft). Therefore, all cladding...
  2. Cjopps1337

    Wind Load Clarification

    Hi, I have a question regarding wind loads. Suppose I have a 400 ft tall building, but I am only analyzing something between floor heights of 20 ft to 30 ft. I understand, qz can be taken at 30 ft. However, why is negative wind load (leeward wall) calculated using qh (h=400 ft)? It does not...

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