Gust effect factor

[0087159]

How can I compute for the gust effect factor for a 60m telecommunication tower? Can I use Gf of ASCE 7-02?

 

[abusementpark]

Might want to use the latest code (ASCE 7-05).

 

[msquared48]

I think Amusement park is correct, mostlikely, but I would check with the local jurisdiction to see what code they have adopted.

I would be surprised if it is not ASCE 7-05 and IBC 2006, but exceptions do exist.

Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
Motto: KISS
Motivation: Don't ask

 

[Harriss1972]

If you use ASCE 7-05, you might find this MathCAD file useful.... I wrote an Excel spreadsheet version, too. It's based on ASCE 7-5 Section 6.5.8.2.

 

[Harriss1972]

Here's the Excel version. As to be expected, no warranties written, expressed, or implied about the accuracy, etc. Do let me know if you find any errors. I wrote it because the equations for dynamically sensitive structures are so nasty.

 

[0087159]

Thanks a lot guys for such help. May God bless and prosper you all.