In the new code (ASCE 7-05), when there is a discontinous load from a shearwall at a second story we are supposed to use Section 12.4.3.2 How is this applied? In the 97 UBC we would multiply the seismic uplift load by 2.8 onto a beam or post below that shearwall if it would not have a shearwall...
HOW DO I DESIGN THE BASE PLATE FOR A CANTILEVERED COLUMN. IVE TRIED SEARCHIMG THE AISC MANUAL BUT IT ONLY COVERS A AXIAL FORCE BASE DESIGN. CAN ANYONE SHOW ME THE CORRECT WAY. THANKS