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wind load calculations for open structures

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dcceecy

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Oct 15, 2008
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I am calculating wind loads for an open structure roof. I use equation 6-25 p=qhxGxCn of ASCE 7-05 section 6.5.13.
The Cn net pressure coefficient shall be determined from Figs 6-18A through 6-18D. But All those figs have the requirement of 0.25<h/L<1.0. In my case, h/L is 1.33. Is it going to make a difference? Are those figs still applicable? Thanks

 
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I do not have a wall. All I need is the wind load on the roof.
 
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