Again, thanks! I am digging into the National Academy of Sciences article from the FAQ and it gives a good discussion on temperature range to consider during construction. It seems to go a little deeper into the weeds than some of the other articles I've read too.
I certainly will add...
Thanks, Lexpatrie! "Extra strength wonky", is a good way to put it! I just can't get my head wrapped around it.
I am still curious about the rationale for this approach and the general behavior of an unjointed building. Like you pointed out, a partial joint increases the demand on the...
I am curious for opinions and thoughts on the Steel Deck Institute’s (SDI) provisions for partial expansion joints presented on sheets AIII-42 and AIII-43 of the Third Edition of the Diaphragm Design Manual (attached). To me, it looks like the intent of this detailing is to provide a flexible...
I saw an earlier post regarding the designations for Bethlehem Steel Joists ("1951 Longspan Joist Puzzle" from 2006). It appeared that "jcali" had load table information on these members. Does anyone have this information? The 1950 drawings that I have specifically refer to "Bethlehem Joists"...
