Civil Engineering

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2009-11-05 Civil Engineering - stay plates:

Hi Civilian, These are stiffener plates either at the ends or along the lengths of I-beams, H-columns or C-channels, to make them stiffer against buckling. The spacing depends on the axial load as well

2009-11-05 Civil Engineering - ETABS questions:

Hi Sai, Your query is not very clear to me. I presume you are looking for an input file (EDB file) for a RC building? If so, this is not in PDF format. If you are looking for some sample buildings

2009-11-04 Civil Engineering - ETABS Section Cuts:

Hi Ravi, many of the questions you ask me about ETABS can be answered by simply going to the help menu, such as below: Draw Section Cuts Form: Section Cut Stresses & Forces Use the Draw menu

2009-11-02 Civil Engineering - structural design:

Hi Ravi, 1. You can consider them fixed, but with property modifiers to simulate cracked sections for purposes of sway/deflection. 2. That depends on whether the peripheral beams are supporting the

2009-11-02 Civil Engineering - Assessing a new house:

Hi Idahor, You really need to consult an estate agent/surveyor for a detailed list, but these websites should assist. As far as structure is concerned, you need to check for any cracks, settlement,