Hi All,
Had a question regarding Column Transitions like the below.
If we have a column over (1000 x 200) and column under (1000 x 200) but rotated and we wanted to check Bearing.
I've been advised to check the bearing of the slab (Top and Bottom of Slab) as this is usually lower in concrete...
Hi All,
I'm still learning about strut and tie and had a query when it comes to prismatic struts.
In Warner's book it states: "Only in cases where the stress field cannot diverge can a prismatic strut be used, for example where a compression member is uniformly loaded across its entire...
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I've got a builder wanting to building a new blockwall (9m high) to the top of existing structural steel in a warehouse. I've been using Structural Toolkit in Australia about checking the masonry wall.
In the photos below, I am assuming an unreinforced masonry wall with a length of...
Hello you lovely People/Engineers
Column Transition Detail Query
I've attached some typical details my company uses for column transitions,
* Splice Detail Type 3 - When a column on the bottom goes from a bigger column to smaller column
* Splice Detail Type 4 - When a column on the bottom...
Hi Guys,
I had an query from the builder in regards to some cracking in this existing block wall - see below. I don't have a lot more information about it. I just thought maybe someone may be able to help identify the cause of this cracking to me - Is it something that is of concern? Is it...
Thanks for you input guys much appreciated - I spoke with the designer and he told me what all you guys said - just to help stop the slab moving vertically (minimize the potential of the slab settling).
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Am new here. Ive got this drawing and wanted to find out the reason behind having an expansion joint between a lift core wall and an edge-beam/slab on ground? I know it might not be much info. What would the purpose of this, as opposed to having an isolation joint around the lift core...
