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When I have torsional irregularity, the ASCE requires in SDC D E and F to increase collector forces and connection forces by 25%.my simple question is:in case of reinforced concrete structure is the transfer section between the diaphragm and the vertical element is considered as "connection" and...

Hi, section 12.8.4.3 of ASCE 7-10 is applied also for regular floors/diaphragms of a building having horizontal irregularity in one of its floor?or just on the irregular floors? " Amplification of Accidental Torsional Moment Structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E, or F, where...

sorry I mean tower.I am not talking about hurrican region.it is a building subject to 100mph wind speed

Hi, I am designing a tower subject to wind.the envelope of the tower consist of glass windows that are extended over all the envelope of the tower, in such case how should I consider the building as enclosed/partially enclosed or open building?I mean there is no permenant opening, but yet all...