𝐌𝐚𝐱 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 // 𝐀𝐒𝐂𝐄 𝟕-𝟐𝟐 // 𝐀𝐂𝐈 𝟑𝟏𝟖-𝟏𝟗 In terms of structural engineering, Maximum allowable displacements of a structure are categorized into the following two; ◻ Horizontal (Drifts) ◻ Vertical (Deflection) ◾ According to ACI 318-19, the maximum allowable deflection is specified as L/180, L/240, L/360 & L/480 ……
Category: Earthquake
IS 1893 Draft.
IS 1893 Draft… See the picture below of a ongoing construction of B + G+ 7 residential building in a tier 3 city coming under seismic zone 3 ( Moderate seismicity ) as per IS 1893. Actual construction is observed on this site which is representative of tens of thousands…
Vertical Seismic Load Effect, Ev
You need to apply your seismic forces in 3 directions! A Structural Engineers Practical Guide To Seismic Design: Vertical Seismic Load Effect, Ev Seismic forces act on your structure in both the horizontal AND vertical directions. ASCE 7-16 Ch 12.4 guides you through the seismic load effects. Ev is dependent…