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ASCE 7-05 CODE WIND ANALYSIS- Main Wind-Force Resisting System for Low-Rise Buildings

Wind Speed , V (mph)

Bulding Classification

Exposure Category

Ridge Height, hr

ft

Eave Height, he

ft

Building Width

ft

Building Length

ft

Checking for Lower-Rise Building failed, your roof type is not suitable for the calculations

Roof Type

Topographic Factor, Kzt

Direct Factor, Kd

Enclosed ?

Hurricane Region?

Check Criteria for a Low-Rise Building

1. Is h <= 60' ?

2. Is h <= Lesser of L or B?

Disclaimer: The information provided by this calculator is intended for informational and educations purposes only. The default figures shown are hypothetical and may not be applicable to your individual situation. We are not responsible for the consequences of any decisions or actions taken in reliance upon or as a result of the information provided by this tool. We are not responsible for any human errors or omissions.

Results and Parameters

Roof Angle, θ (deg.)

Mean Roof Height , h (ft.)

External Pressure Coefficients, GCpf

Wind Load for Transverse Direction

Zones 2/2E dist. (ft.)

Wind Load for Transverse, Torsional Case

Wind Load for Longitudinal Direction

Zones 2/2E dist. (ft.)

Wind Load for Long., Torsional Case

+GCpi Coef

-GCpi Coef

α

zg

Kh

I

qh (psf)

a (ft.)

2*a

References:
ASCE 7-05, "Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures"
"Guide to the Use of the Wind Load Provisions of ASCE 7-05" by: Kishor C. Mehta and William L. Coulbourne (2010)

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