Conventional Construction is the norm in regions of low seismicity. However, earthquake loads need to be checked and compared to other lateral loads (particularly wind) to establish the governing load cases. The design method and design forces are also influenced by the building period, by geometric irregularities and by poor soil conditions. This webinar will introduce [...]

Bolted connections are often subject to eccentric loads whose line of action does not pass through the centroid of the bolt group. This webinar covers traditional methods, such as the instantaneous centre of rotation, for determining the resistance of eccentrically loaded bolt groups in connections of various configurations. Bolt groups subject to an inclined point load [...]

    Photo Credit: Bar Van Hoek Anurag Bhattacharya, Arch. from the renown firm ZJA Zwarts Architects located in Amsterdam presents “The Dutch light rail station-The Hague”. This project won the 2019 European Steel Design Merit and Excellence Award for the most impressive parametric architecture. The roof’s design was developed and optimized using parametric [...]

A basic introduction to the principles of base isolation and damping devices that have been successfully adopted and incorporated in the design of earthquake resistant structures in various regions of the world with high seismic hazard potential.   Wed, Oct 27, 2021 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT   Click here to learn more

Mid-rise buildings typically default to steel or reinforced concrete structural systems, yet recently, prefabricated, light-gauge metal, load-bearing wall systems are becoming a strong contender in the residential and hospitality markets. With proper planning, these systems can be used in buildings 10+ stories tall. During this presentation, Terrence R. McDonnell, S.E., P.E., P.Eng., SECB, will review the [...]