Thanks JAE and V2. That is a good question V2, the ASCE code states that the Kd factor is to be applied in conjunction with load combinations, but according to JAE this requirement is meet for the window case, and for that matter for any other component, i.e. there wouldn't be a scenario under...
Depth of the footing foundation is usually determined by the soils investigation. If a shallow footing is adequate, I usually go with monolithic, sometimes the soils characteristics will determine a footing depth of say 24 inches or deeper, in this case a stem wall is a better solution.
I would appreciate your input on the following problem. Consider wind loads on components and cladding as defined by ASCE7-98. Let me start first with the no-brainer scenario, which would be for example the computation of NET uplift loads on a roof truss or joist. The design pressure includes a...
