Hillside Seismic Force Calculation Examples 1

[dursunlutfu]

Hi Folks,

Has any of you folks done work for hillside construction ? I am trying to find references to calculate my seismic forces for a hillside building. Does anyone know any useful references about it ?

Thank you,

 

[KootK]

Probably not exactly what you seek but a start none the less: Link

I like to debate structural engineering theory -- a lot. If I challenge you on something, know that I'm doing so because I respect your opinion enough to either change it or adopt it.

 

[dursunlutfu]

@KootK Thank you! It is better than having nothing..

 

[Agent666]

This might be of some help, I'm assuming its for determining and distributing seismic loads when you might have a split level structure.
SR262 - Guidance For Bracing Design For Hillside Houses - BRANZ (2011)

All presented in a NZ context, but the philosophies are obviously universal.

 

[dursunlutfu]

thanks @Agent666 !!