Could someone please tell me how I can ensure that seismic design standards:
IBC-2003 & ASCE 7-02
Occupancy Category = III
Seismic use, group II
Importance factor = 1.25
S1 = 1-sec. Spectral Response Acceleration = 0.5g
Ss = Short period Spectral Response...
I have designed a 15' tall free standing wall of W6X15 I Beams every 10' for 60'. The use of these I beams will likely create a moment of 48,200 inch pounds at floor level. The wall will be on a 6" concrete slab and there is a ceiling 22' above the slab. I am having difficulty creating a design...