ASCE 7 - 05 or UBC97
ASCE 7 - 05 or UBC97
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hello
I am a french civil engineer and I have to make a seismic study in Abu Dhabi.
I put myself on the UBC97 but I discover the ASCE7-05.
I does not understand why there are 2 different codes in the United States.
In which case does have one to use them?
Thank you very much
I am a french civil engineer and I have to make a seismic study in Abu Dhabi.
I put myself on the UBC97 but I discover the ASCE7-05.
I does not understand why there are 2 different codes in the United States.
In which case does have one to use them?
Thank you very much
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RE: ASCE 7 - 05 or UBC97
The International Building Code 2000, 2003 or 2006 all reference ASCE 7
IBC 2000 - references ASCE 7-98
IBC 2003 - references ASCE 7-02
IBC 2006 - references ASCE 7-05
In the US, you would first determine which building code applies to your region or city. Then based on that code, determine which ASCE 7 to use.
I do not know what code Abu Dhabi typically would accept. Perhaps you could talk to officials there in Abu Dhabi.
RE: ASCE 7 - 05 or UBC97
UBC97 is the approved seismic code for earthquake in Abu Dhabi and allover UAE, Abu Dhabi is considered as seismic zone 2A as per UBC97 classifications.