Moment Frame Classification 2

[ronronpcengtips]

Hi!

Is there a reference/guide on when to use a certain type of steel frame(special moment resisting frame, intermediate, ordinary, concentrically braced frame, etc)?
I have difficulty in choosing what classification my frame will be in the application of the seismic provisions of AISC.

Any help will be appreciated. Thanks a lot.

the rookie engr

 

[strguy11]

On Aisc's website there is a good document for braced frame design. It is a video and the slide shows of a presentation. The address is

http://www.aisc.org/Content/Navigat...ing/Course_Details/Seismic_Braced_Frames_.htm

Also, on FEMA's website there is a document for moment frame design (FEMA-350) The website is

http://www.fema.gov/plan/prevent/earthquake/pdf/fema-350.pdf

 

[Taro]

ASCE 7 Table 9.5.2.2 has limits for the various lateral systems based on seismic design category.

 

[ronronpcengtips]

Thank you so much Taro and strguy11!