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    Steel Capacity Factor/Utilisation Ratio

    Hi all, When using a program like Microstran for steel design, it provides me with a capacity factor or utilisation ratio which is essentially capacity/load. If the capacity factor is greater than 1, it suggests the member has sufficient capacity for the applied loads. However, when the member...
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    Stair Core Footing Design: Bearing Capacity

    I have a situation where my stair base (pad footing) has very large moments and low axial force. The stair core is being used as part of the lateral load resisting system. The stair core is 7900x3100mm external and the footing size is 10900x6100x1000mm. To ensure stability against overturning...

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