Hi
I'm working with architects that want to hang steel boxes from a series of steel frames. What is the best to to transfer the loads that will be added to the frames as a result of these hanging boxes. I feel like they are just adding weight to the structure and making everything unnecessarily...
Thank you all for your comments.
My understanding of hyperstatic moments was limited. That is now changed due to your comments.
My apologies for not stating my question more clearly. The only reason I can give is my own ignorance on the matter.
To sum up, I did mean post-tensioned slabs, when I...
My question is:
When calculating final moments for a slab, are all hyperstatic moments subtracted from moments at limit state? Or are only the moments at supports subtracted and not the ones at midspan e.g.?
HI. I was wondering does anyone know the following:
1. Who is the "father" of post tensioning. Who came up with the theory behind it?
2. Where was it first put to use? I know it was 1957 (from FAQ forum) and in the USA, but not where.
