Yes, you are correct the eccentricity of the connection will be 1/2*tp1+1/2*tp2.
I think you could increase the edge distance to counter act the "torsion" type moment.
Just draw the FBD and design for the prying action and shear-tension.
Make sure you design the plates for the weak axis...
I have a few comments:
1) If you are looking at structure, the façade (non-structural component) does not count. For a variety of reasons, primarily, redesign will be required etc. I am not for using "non-structural" as structural just because you think you need it.
2) What material is the...
For one, you need to layout the bolts plate to be compatible with the yield lines from the AISC design guide equations. I am sure AISC can answer the question directly as well. thanks
For some perspective, Elon Musk says business managers need to focus on engineering and get there hands dirty, not just all these ridiculous endless meetings.
Working on some real engineering problems will make you much more valuable than "business development" experience, even if you want to...
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