Gravity and Wind Load Path Analysis of a Light-Frame and a Traditional Timber Frame Building

Citeable URL: https://ir.library.oregonstate.edu/concern/articles/6q182m87s

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Attribute Name	Values
Creator	Malone, Brian P. Miller, Thomas H. Gupta, Rakesh
Abstract	The objective of this study was to compare structural load path and system behavior of a light-frame (LF) and a timber frame (TF) structure. This load path analysis is part of a broader research effort that compares LF to TF residential structures. Structural analysis software was used to create a model of each structure. The TF structure was composed of large-dimension timbers and structural insulated panels (SIPs). An equivalent LF structure was designed for comparison, following the guidelines of the International Residential Code. Results show that TF outperforms LF in resisting uplift, as well as in story drift. TF also provides load paths that are more resistant to the introduction of large openings and the loss of a central post. Observed axial loads in TF posts show smaller ranges compared with LF studs.
Resource Type	Article
DOI	https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)AE.1943-5568.0000136
Date Available	2017-06-21T19:00:39+00:00
Date Issued	2014
Citation	Malone, Brian P.;Miller, Thomas H.;Gupta, Rakesh; 2014. Gravity and Wind Load Path Analysis of a Light-Frame and a Traditional Timber Frame Building. Journal of Architectural Engineering 20 (4)
Journal Title	Journal of Architectural Engineering
Journal Volume	20
Journal Issue/Number	4
Academic Affiliation	Wood Science and Engineering Civil and Construction Engineering
Rights Statement	In Copyright
Language	English [eng]
Replaces	http://hdl.handle.net/1957/61513