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ASCE 7-10, Table 12.3-3

ASCE 7-10, Table 12.3-3

ASCE 7-10, Table 12.3-3

(OP)
In looking at the table, several places it mentions the term "story strength", but I can't find that term specifically defined anywhere in the code. Am I missing something?

Based on the shear wall analysis, I would assume the term to mean "the total shear resistance of the remaining walls in any one direction" - not just a particular shear wall line, but all the remaining shear walls in that one direction. Is my thinking wrong here?

Mike McCann, PE, SE (WA)


RE: ASCE 7-10, Table 12.3-3

No, your think is good. But, the orthogonal walls must be able to resist the resulting torsion when the wall is removed.

RE: ASCE 7-10, Table 12.3-3

(OP)
Ok. I can buy that. Thanks.

Mike McCann, PE, SE (WA)


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