Unbalanced Snow Load for Mono Slope
Unbalanced Snow Load for Mono Slope
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Dear all,
I have been working on design for mono slope steel frame canopy for a solar project.
Was wondering if unbalanced snow load is applicable for mono slopes as found it only in cases of gable roofs so far. If it is not applicable, is there a specific reasoning.
Further, same question on sliding and drifting snow load.
Thank You
I have been working on design for mono slope steel frame canopy for a solar project.
Was wondering if unbalanced snow load is applicable for mono slopes as found it only in cases of gable roofs so far. If it is not applicable, is there a specific reasoning.
Further, same question on sliding and drifting snow load.
Thank You






RE: Unbalanced Snow Load for Mono Slope
Sliding is about tilt and slipperiness. Still applies to mono slope.
Drift is about vertical projections. Again, still applies if your mono slope has parapets, rtu's, adjacent structures etc.
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RE: Unbalanced Snow Load for Mono Slope
RE: Unbalanced Snow Load for Mono Slope
O'Rourks' Guide to the Snow Loads of ASCE 7-10 is a great book to pick up regarding snow loads. I would highly recommend it.
Maine EIT, Civil/Structural.