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AS3600 section 14 for Buildings classified as EDC1
I have been in contact with Scott Menegon and John Wilson (Swinbourne Uni), and quote Scott's comments below, Hi Ross, EDC 1 has no specific requirement to design the structure for ductility. If you refer to the commentary of AS 1170.4 (published by AEES), under Clause C5.3 with respect to EDC...- Ross P
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AS3600 section 14 for Buildings classified as EDC1
Thanks rapt, I think you have pointed me into the right direction. AS3600-2018 section 2.1.2 clarifies the use of section 14 for structures designed for earthquakes using AS1170.4. In the case of a structure categorised as EDC1, base shear Fi = 0.1Wi, and members are designed and detailed in...- Ross P
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AS3600 section 14 for Buildings classified as EDC1
I have a query relating to structures less than 12m high, and classified as Earthquake Design category 1 (EDC1). My understanding is that if a structure is categorised as EDC1, in accordance with AS1170.4 section 5.3, then the structural elements do not need to comply with AS3600-2018 - Design...- Ross P
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