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API RP 2A Earthquake requirements

API RP 2A Earthquake requirements

API RP 2A Earthquake requirements

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I keep getting mixed up when I read section 2.3.6. Earthquake in API RP 2A... Could some one help me with the following?

Is designing the primary joints for the full brace capacity a must when the strength level earthquake is higher than 0.1 g?

What if  I use the ductility level acceleration and check the joint punching against the brace actual load (Based on the ductility level)do i still have to check the joints against the braces full capacity?
 

RE: API RP 2A Earthquake requirements

Just check it.

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RE: API RP 2A Earthquake requirements

The idea is for the joints to stay intact while the brace members absorb as much energy as they can.


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