Static Load Testing of Wood Structures
Static Load Testing of Wood Structures
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Is anyone familiar with a method for static load testing on a wood structure? I know this is usually only a typical method for concrete structures since wood and steel members can be field measured and analyzed, but the structure I am considering has some deterioration and the owner has expressed interest in a full-scale investigation.
I have checked ASTM, but have had limited luck. Any leads would be appreciated.
I have checked ASTM, but have had limited luck. Any leads would be appreciated.






RE: Static Load Testing of Wood Structures
RE: Static Load Testing of Wood Structures
"Testing of a Full-Scale House Under Simulated Snowloads & Windloads"
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"Nondestructive Assessment of Single-Span Timber Bridges Using a Vibration Based Method"
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and a follow-up
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RE: Static Load Testing of Wood Structures
That's an AMAZING paper. A printout goes in my library next to ASCE 7.