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    Double Curved Glu Lam Beam

    It is a reverse curve; it goes from a 51.5' radius curving up to a 22.5' radius curving down. The right support is 3.5' higher then the left support.
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    Double Curved Glu Lam Beam

    Does anyone know a good source for the design of a double curved glu lam beam? The AITC Timber Construction Manual says that its design method only applies to single curved glu lam beams.
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    Seismic Horizontal Irregularity

    In table 12.3-1 of ASCE 7-05 there are five sections referenced for the type 4 horizontal irregularity (Out-of-Plane Offsets Irregularity). All of the sections referenced are the same as ASCE 7-02 and the source document FEMA 450-1/2003 Edition except section 16.2.2. This section requires that...
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    Wood house shear wall

    I would agree that using a drag strut is the best option. If the joists or trusses are in line with the wall I would then attach them to the wall using a combination of strap and blocking or a angle clip (such as Simpson A35's). If you need both shear walls to resist a large load, then I would...
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    ASCE 7-05 Type 4 Horizontal Irregularity

    In table 12.3-1 of ASCE 7-05 there are five sections referenced for the type 4 horizontal irregularity (Out-of-Plane Offsets Irregularity). All of the sections referenced are the same as ASCE 7-02 and the source document FEMA 450-1/2003 Edition except section 16.2.2. This section requires that...
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