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I don't think this is necessarily true. The criteria for providing a two-stage analysis is listed in ASCE 7-16, Section 12.2.3.2. I don't see any requirements which necessarily disqualify the structure if the upper diaphragm is rigid. In general, the requirement is that the...
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Let me know if I have this right: I have rigid floor diaphragm for the upper light-framed structure, so this building cannot be considered as two separate structures and use two-stage analysis. I was thinking using the amplified uplift force...
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I am working on a project which has a 4-story cold-formed steel light-framed structure over a concrete podium slab. Based on the AISI 400, the uplift force of the Holdown for the shear walls need to be amplified with a overstrength factor or expected shear strength factor. My question...
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Someone post this question earlier but no one response. I have the same question:
I'm currently trying to strengthening a masonry wall using FRCM system. In ACI 549.4R-13 there is a design example of a shear wall, however I'm having trouble finding the neutral axis of the shear wall for...
