I do not understand why deflection is not addressed under Chapter 2 in ACI 530. I guess since deflection is a service level condition they chose to address it in only one place and chose chapter 3 instead of chapter 2. It seems strange to me to do it that way. Thanks for the quick response, I...
I am trying to determine how to calculate the out of plain deflection under the ASD method for a masonry wall. The only reference I find is the iterative approach used for slender walls. This approach requires the strength level calculation of the Mcr. Is there a way to find the Mcr for service...
The ASCE chapter 12 provides formulas for calculating over strength values but gives no information on when over strength is required. Anyone know when and when not to calculate over strength?
