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  1. CacheLanding

    Text suggestions

    I have recently designed some cantilevered stair structures that require the use of steel to accomplish the design, so that text might be quite useful. I would also like to find a book that covers topics critical in the design of stick built structures, like wooden beam spans, common roof...
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    Background in bio-engineering. Have recently discovered a passion for structural design and engineering. Mainly large residential homes with unique architectural elements, and small commercial. Have decided to pursue a masters degree, but with a focus on structural engineering. Would like to...
  3. CacheLanding

    Suspended slab porch cap spans

    Fortunately the porch is covered, so additional snow loads are minimal. Local engineer speced a 6" thickness with #4 bar.
  4. CacheLanding

    Suspended slab porch cap spans

    "Porch Cap" might be a regional term. I live in a very cold climate. Because of a deep frost line, virtually everyone just digs another 3' and builds on a full basement, 8" thick poured concrete. The porch (or front deck) is almost always poured into the full basement, creating a small room...
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    Suspended slab porch cap spans

    Have a concrete porch cap on a wrap around porch that is 900sf in area, spanning a cold storage room below. Edges of porch cap to be supported by foundation walls. 1/2" rebar tying the cap to the walls 32"oc. Longest span is about 10'. Layout can accommodate up to 11" thickness and I'm...

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