Thanks for the information everyone. Version 4.2 now appears as cleared for public release. I did ask USACE for a copy but haven't heard back I will wait until a get it from them.
AS I understand Version 4.2 is shareable "Distribution Statement A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited." more recent versions are restricted.
https://pdc.usace.army.mil/software/sbeds/
The proper way will be to use Duhamel's integral or various other methods which will give you the structure's response to the impulse load.
Dynamics of structures J. Humar Champter 8.7...
I would take it as the capacity of a nailed diaphragm with nails of the same diameter as your screw. Ensure the lateral resistance of the screw is greater than the nail.
Hi,
Is there a reason for the wedge anchor to be more commonly used than the "Tapcon" for example:
LDT (large diameter tapcon) by RED HEAD with 5/8" diameter and 3.5" embedment has an ultimate cap. of 7972 Lbs on tension and 10224 Lbs on Shear.
Vs
Trubolt (Wedge Anchor) by RED HHEAD...