structcode666
Structural
- Feb 5, 2024
- 2
Hi All,
At my current practice, we use ETABS to analyze the stresses in the wall from lateral loads (EQ, Wind). If ETABS denotes ANY tension, we design it as a column in accordance with section 10.
I just wanted to get a second opinion on everyone's interpretation of what a wall subject to tension means - I have peers who will compare the tension from ETABS to the uniaxial concrete tensile stress. If the stress from ETABS is less than the uniaxial tensile stress, then they design it as wall in accrodance to the simplified method. However, in strict accordance with the code, I dont think this is right.
I would love to get thoughts from people who design to other codes as well!
Thanks!
At my current practice, we use ETABS to analyze the stresses in the wall from lateral loads (EQ, Wind). If ETABS denotes ANY tension, we design it as a column in accordance with section 10.
I just wanted to get a second opinion on everyone's interpretation of what a wall subject to tension means - I have peers who will compare the tension from ETABS to the uniaxial concrete tensile stress. If the stress from ETABS is less than the uniaxial tensile stress, then they design it as wall in accrodance to the simplified method. However, in strict accordance with the code, I dont think this is right.
I would love to get thoughts from people who design to other codes as well!
Thanks!