Abstract: A three‐dimensional nonlinear finite element model of a light‐frame wood building was created and used to determine internal forces caused by wind pressure in shear walls. Comparing the results with current design procedures ...

Abstract: Design methods for tapered members of multiple materials with nonrectangular cross sections are not available. This finite‐element study of straight, single‐tapered I‐beams was conducted to aid in developing a rational ...

Abstract: Assessment of light-frame wood structures for wind and seismic loadings requires engineering information about the wood materials and connections in the subject building. The knowledge base can be developed by inspection ...

Abstract: A light‐frame wood structure is an assemblage of several components such as walls, floors, and roof, joined by intercomponent connections such as nails or metal plates. Behavior of a full structure reflects the interactive ...

Abstract: The effect of wood decay on the fully reversed cyclic performance of nailed oriented strand board (OSB) sheathing to Douglas-fir framing member connections was investigated. The connection geometry evaluated in this study ...

Abstract: Light-frame wood roof trusses often require lateral bracing to reduce the effective length of compression web members for buckling purposes. Three simple analysis methods were compared in a physical test program to determine ...