The stud spacing will be 16" o.c. max with studs from the other side of the wall midway between the studs spaced at 16" o.c. The concern is the backside of the stud left unbraced. Since the backside of the stud is unbraced in both directions, isn't there a concern about the stability of the...
Using IBC 2003
Interior stud shear walls
Walls are composed of 2X6 studs spaced at 16" o.c. and studs staggered at 8" o.c. Studs on the left side are in contact with drywall, while studs on the right side are attached to structural 1 sheathing and drywall. According to the architect, sound...
My company is working on a military project with a 45' diameter fuel storage tank as part of the design. This is the first time we have encountered a fuel storage tank foundation design. The tank will bear on a concrete foundation around the perimeter of the tank and on grade within the ring...
