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wind load on canopies

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frank01

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Feb 4, 2003
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would anybody know how to calculate wind load on
curved canopies? any code or article? thanks.
 
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Depends which country?

In the UK BS6399 gives comprehensive rules for wind load calculation on such elements.
 
Frank:
If the canopy is open, open structure calcs in the US will govern (see ASCE 7). Don't forget about the minimum design load portions.
 
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