Seismic Design Category D Connections
Seismic Design Category D Connections
(OP)
I have been asked to design the beam to beam connections and beam to column connections for a new project that is located in Seismic Design Category D. I have review ASCE 7-10 and Seismic Provision 341-10. My understanding is that for the beam to beam connections I can basically use single shear typical connections. but for the bracing I will have to add some over strength factors and make adjustment.
Anyone have any tips? or comments that I need to review. I have never designs an heavy industrial building in this Seismic Zone.
Anyone have any tips? or comments that I need to review. I have never designs an heavy industrial building in this Seismic Zone.





RE: Seismic Design Category D Connections
In my opinion any structural engineering office doing seismic design of steel structures under US codes should have a copy of this. No exceptions.
RE: Seismic Design Category D Connections
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American Concrete Industries
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RE: Seismic Design Category D Connections
I like to debate structural engineering theory -- a lot. If I challenge you on something, know that I'm doing so because I respect your opinion enough to either change it or adopt it.
RE: Seismic Design Category D Connections
RE: Seismic Design Category D Connections