if it's concrete, aci chapter 18 has requirements for non-lateral components. Applies for sure to seismic design category D and above.
I believe the aisc seismic manual has some requirements for non SFRS system component as well.
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Having a bit of trouble interpreting the minimum size table.
The general notes say that the tabulated loads are based on installation into the wide face of a minimum 3 1/2" wide (2x4 stud qualifies).
The graphic for "vertical HDU installation" clearly shows a stud pack...
Have a question to make sure I am understanding the shearwall concept correctly.
Attached a pdf to show my example. Basically, Shearwall line A is mostly windows & openings. Approximate trib in flexible scenario is 23ft.
I calculate that my shearforce to line A is 4,784lb (1.0W) from wind.
I...
One of the exterior walls collapsed.
https://www.reddit.com/r/indianapolis/comments/tfpzv9/one_of_the_walls_from_the_walmart_warehouse/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3
1503-44 : yes of course sorry, I am not forgetting about live loads, was just focusing on the flood vs dead load aspect.
I agree with your thoughts on reinforcement. Ideally, putting reinforcement near the center takes care of both negative and positive moments.
"Your minimum dead load total...
I've looked at other threads and I am still not sure I am understanding what all needs to happen with the slab to OK a building for the buoyance force from flood loads. I'll create a fictitious scenario here.
100 ft total square area (10' x 10' sides)
3 ft flood protection grade
Buoyance Force...
Hey everyone!
I have a question about I-joists. Client wants to use them as rafters, everything checks out. In my RAM Elements model, the rafters connecting to the ridge beam and valley beam are subjected to bending+axial. First of all what do you think of that? I'm still fresh out of school...
