Was working on an example problem on base plates from the collection of problems on a CD that came with the 13ed of the AISC.
Example J.7 Base plate bearing on concrete; after an initial guess at base plate area and dimension, the next step says: "Check base plate dimensions"
"Verify N...
Thanks for your time. I would like to start studying for the AWS "Certified Welding Engineer" exam. What publications do I need to study in order to prepare for the examn? I have my EIT but no other applicable certifications. Prospective PE's have study books from Lindburg (Professional...
Thank you for taking time to answer what I hope is a basic question. I am trying to figure out how far down the zone of influence for a footing extends. I borrowed a CE Reference Manual (Lindeburg) and came across a formula that gives me area of the zone of influnce: A=((B+2(h cot 60))+((L+2(h...
I work for a small storage rack manufacturer and have the joy of updating our capacity spreadsheets (based on 3rd Ed. LRFD). However, the formulas used have no reference as to where they came from. Some are self explanatory such as those found in the AISC book but others look like they are...
Thank you for your time. Please bear with my lack of knowledge on structures; I just separated from the military after 10 yrs flying helos and haven't had to use my CE degree till now with my new company. I am in the process of designing/estimating a shelving system to be used in an automated...
