I have an unusual precast wall design that might need out-of-plane shear reinforcement. I might be able to use #3 bars, but I'm already in pencil-sharpening mode, and single-leg deformed wire stirrups look like they might be a hypothetically better option due to a need to keep congestion down...
I suppose this should technically be in the Codes forum, but things look pretty dead over there, so...
As alluded to in this thread:
https://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=397925
the Section H1 strength checks for doubly-symmetric shapes in flexure (and, therefore, flexure in combination...
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I have a what is essentially a small hut design that I am trying to apply ASCE wind loads to. Architecturally, the thing is just four walls with a flat roof and an overhang all around. The windows and doors are proportionally large enough that the roof is primarily supported by...
This doesn't have anything to do with a project of mine. Rather, it involves a potential public safety issue that I intend to bring to the local building inspection or public health/safety office. However, it's the weekend, and I'd also like some input from people who are experienced with...
Hello, all. I don't post much, but I've been a lurker for a couple of years. I've been tasked with "verifying" that someone else's lifting plate (or lug, if you prefer) design will work for another application. However, upon looking at the original calculations for the plate, I'm not totally...
