In that the nail plate (my office know them as gang plates) are everything because they are what hold the pieces of the truss together. Trusses that use nail plates rarely have any other fastener used in their construction.
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How thin can you pour concrete over existing concrete?
This answer changes depending on how you define things. If this is a strength issue; you need to design the new slab over the existing. If this is a finish or a wear surface it can get very thin. Some epoxies can get down to a couple of micros thickness, but that may not fit …
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What is the difference between art elements and art principles?
Elements – the physicals parts. Principals – the ideas.
What is the difference between a structural and a non-structural building member?
Let’s get real simple. Non-structual – pretty much only holds itself up. Structural – used to hold itself and others as well. General considered to be important if not critical to supporting the structure.
What are some economical and easy to maintain options for decks that lets sunlight through to the area below? (We’d like to do a mix of something that will do that with composite boards.)
Ian Marr·June 28, 2020Architect I would explore openings or skylights. But, without an accurate description, everyone is just shooting in the dark. (Sorry for the pun.)18 viewsView Upvoters · Answer requested by Heather KendallUpvote3Add CommentIan Marr·July 9, 2020 If I understand you correctly you should have about 7′ of clear space under your deck. Assuming you have 1–3 open …
What is the safety factor on wind rating in Texas if my structure is rated to 105 mph?
Understand that when dealing with wind, a 105mph rating and safety factor may not be quite what you think they are. the forces created during 105 mph rated structure allow for gusts and sustained winds that exceed 105 mph for at least 60 seconds. That is literally what your factor of safety is for. In …
Would buildings with a round plan be more hurricane-resistant than square or rectangular ones?
Yes, but to a point. First, let’s look past the idea that this is addressing just one problem and ignoring any others. Okay, round geometry would reduce the wind loading on the structure, as long as it is a single continuous curve. Changes to that curve will quickly lose any benefit you gained. But all …
How do massively wide trucks/loads get around when not on the highway?
The transport company maps out preferred path of travel. This path is usually submitted to the state transportation authority along with city or county whose roads will also be used (multiple state departments if crossing state lines). Details of the trip, equipment used and support vehicles are described in the permit (The state will have …
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Which country has more skyscrapers, China or the US?
According to “The Skyscraper Center,” the US has the most buildings categorized as skyscrapers at 5,418 vs China’s 4,480. But China beats everyone at categories from 150+ meters. The top 10 in the skyscraper category are: US – 5,418 China – 4,480 Brazil -1,513 Canada – 1,194 Australia – 1.134 Rusia – 840 Indonesia – …
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Should I use a steel I-beam or a laminated wood beam to replace the a 6×8 beam supporting the single story floor upstairs? Now it’s an 11′ span between 6×6 posts, but the floor above bounces when I walk on it, so I need something solid.
As mentioned below, it probably isn’t the beam that is doing the bouncing, but the floor joists. Let’s assume straight off that you don’t want to replace the joists. So, we are reinforcing the joists. You have three areas you can work from: the top, the bottom, and adding supports. The top. You can double …
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