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Is it acceptable to cut an existing precast and prestressed double-T concrete joist?
The roof joists span about 35 feet. and I need to cut about eight (8) feet off on one end. the newly cut end will be supported on new load bearing and reinforced CMU wall.
do you for see a problem...
What was the unit steel stress, in psi, used in the SJI Standard Specifications for Open Web Steel Joists J-series dating back to the year 1964? I am checking the capacity of an existing roof truss to support additional weight due to replacement of Mechanical roof top units.
Thank you for your help.
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A corner rectangular column in a multi-story building with 8" P/T floor slabs is being analyzed for punching shear. The column has overhangs on the outside in x and y directions in a plan view.
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