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Corner Zone Loading at Small Outside Corners
I typically apply corner zone loading for components and cladding where any outside corner over 1'-0" occurs on a level but I'm starting to feel this is overly conservative and am curious to hear what others do. Where do you apply corner zones and what is your reasoning? Say you were working...- Ceinostuv
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- Forum: Structural engineering general discussion
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Cantilever Retaining Wall Frost Depth
A colleague of mine is studying for the PE exam and came across a note that reads "To prevent frost heaving, the top of the base should be below the frost line. This establishes a minimum wall height, H." in reference to cantilevered retaining wall footings. Does anyone practice this and/or...- Ceinostuv
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- Forum: Structural engineering general discussion
