shear
shear
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can someone explain ultimate shear in relation to a masonary wall on concrete footing
Vu vs Vc
Vu vs Vc
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RE: shear
If shear reinforcing is provided:
Vu = Vc + Vs
If no shear reinforcing:
Vu = Vc
In design, the nominal ultimate strength is modified by a reduction factor to account for variability in material properties, workmanship quality, etc.