I am working on a project in Taiwan and their prominent/trendy structural system is Steel Reinforced Concrete. While I personally think this not a cost-effective solution, I must be responsive to my client and provide this as one alternative.
Does anyone know of any design guides or such in...
Thanks AEF,
I agree that bracing is generally simple and very effective. My question arises because occasionally I have been unable to get the bracing in or the loads have been fairly small and I didn't want to use bracing if it isn't needed.
As a follow on question, has anyone seen any...
Hello all,
I am looking for a simple method of determining if stiffeners and/or diagonal bracing is needed for a composite beam that is supporting an eccentric load. The eccentric load my be from a hanger, a cladding connection, or similar. AISC Design Guide 9 is OK for non-composite members...
