This is a question of curiosity more than anything, as any design I would perform would be in accordance with AISC.
In short AISC Table 10-9a provides allowable loads for Single Plate Shear connections, which is simply followed and covers all the modes of failure for this connection type with...
I am designing a three story building (approx 5000 SF/Floor) within an industrial environment. Based on the code the building requires two points of egress, which shall be separated via fire wall. The client has created a general arrangement utilizing stairs meeting OSHA rqmts (9"rise/10"trd)...
At my firm we have been using an Add-on to AutoCAD called SCADD for the past three years. This was an excellent aid in producing construction documents; however, do to lack of demand the software company went out of business last year. As we are updating our computers to 2012 AutoCAD the current...
I am looking for some info regarding railway clearances, specifically the minimum distance reguired between the CL of a railway and the edge of pavement of a parallel road. Any assiatnce would be appreciated.
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I am pulling together budget numbers for a proposed facility and I am trying to add a ballpark number for the erection costs of a PEMB. Suppliers have a tendency to spit out numbers like $5/SF, which seem a bit low. If anyone has a rule of thumb number I would greatly appreciate it.
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I have been asked to evaluate an existing structure which was originally built as unreinforced CMU. One story, 10,000 sf (non seismic). I am familiar with CMU design and can evaluate the capacity accordingly; however, I am exploring different strategies to reinforce the walls if needed (it may...
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I am curious how most engineers handle the analysis of 'X' bracing with regard to lateral support out of plane.
I noticed the "Tension Only" thread as well, so I thought it might be a good time to start a discussion on vertical bracing. I typically use RAMAdvanse, but have used other...
Back ground:
I work for a consulting firm which is performing work for a particular client. However, we are not directly employed by the client, but by another consulting firm that does not perform engineering services.
We typically apply the client's logo on our documents at their request (as...
I am in need of assistance in determining the building code used in Columbia. If anybody has a good resource or contact info I would greatly appreciate it.
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I have a question regrading the allowable height of a fix ladder per OSHA guidelines. I have a copy of OSHA 3124-12R 2003 which indicates that a caged ladder, with multiple sections, may extend a maximum of 50ft for each section with each section offset from the next setion. However, per section...
I am reviewing a set of pit drawings, and I noticed there are not any control joints. The pit is 120'x15'x6'deep. I discuss with the designer and he mentioned that he has never used control joints. Then I ask of crack scenerios and the reply was something to the affect that yes it cracks, but he...
This maybe a loaded question and I expect a lot of views based on personal preferenes, but at that risk I would like to know of any Pros/Cons that I should be aware when selecting a program to purchase. I primarily do Industrial Projects, steel and concrete, and would like to have ability to use...
I work in the US and I am currently packaging a cost estimate for a structure in South America. According to the specifications supplied they will be using British Standards/Codes. At this moment I have zero familiarity with the British Codes and I am curious as to the differences between design...
I have reviewed other threads in the site and I have not come across this specific question. Any insight would be appreciated. IBC 06 section 1605.4 includes the same combination for both ASD and LRFD(Strength design; however, the ASCE 7/05 includes two sets of load combos: one for ASD and one...
I am studying for the SE II eaxam and came across a question within the NCEES Sample Questions regarding a masonry shear wall. As I approached the problem I consider it a "Bearing Wall System" in order to determine applicable factors. Then when I reviewed the answer in the book NCEES considered...
