Wind Loads on Balcony Handrails
Balcony handrails are commonplace for large residential buildings, and they come in a variety of forms. While some are solid glass or metal, others may be more porous in nature, thus the design of these appurtenances for wind becomes more complex. In the May 2022 SEU Session, Emily Guglielmo, SE, PE, from Martin/Martin Inc., presented […]
“SEU Speaker Inspires” Organization of the Month: NCSEA Diversity in Structural Engineering Scholarship
In May 2022, SEU welcomed back Emily Guglielmo, SE, PE, from Martin/Martin, to present Wind Loads: Updated Frequently Asked Questions. Emily has designated NCSEA Diversity in Structural Engineering Scholarship (NCSEA Diversity in Structural Engineering Scholarship) for our SEU Speaker Inspires donation for the month. Emily shared, “I chose the NCSEA Diversity in Structural Engineering Scholarship […]
“SEU Speaker Inspires” Organization of the Month: Structural Engineers Foundation (SEF) of SEAOI
In August 2022, SEU welcomed Scott Nacheman, MSc.Eng., AIA, and Perry Pinto, PE, from JS Held, to present South Florida Pedestrian Bridge Collapse Forensic Investigation. Scott and Perry have designated Structural Engineers Foundation (SEF) of SEAOI (Structural Engineers Foundation (SEF) | SEAOI) for our SEU Speaker Inspires donation for the month. Scott shared, “The SEF […]
Wind Loads on Rooftop Screenwalls
Which ASCE provision do you typically use when designing a rooftop screenwall for wind loads? Several options have been used by structural engineers in the past, but the best option has been debatable since the code has not explicitly spoken on the subject. New guidance in ASCE 7-16 helps clarify this frequently asked question. In […]
“SEU Speaker Inspires” Organization of the Month: Penn State Women in Engineering Fund
In July 2022, SEU welcomed Lori Koch, PE, from American Wood Council, to present Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic (SDPWS) 2021 Updates. Lori has designated Penn State Women in Engineering Fund (Penn State Engineering: Women in Engineering Program (psu.edu)) for our SEU Speaker Inspires donation for the month. Lori shared, “I chose this […]
“SEU Speaker Inspires” Organization of the Month: Structural Engineers Association of Utah Scholarship Fund
In June 2022, SEU welcomed Barry Arnold, PE, SE, from ARW Engineers, to present Base Plates, Embeds, and Disasters, Oh My! Barry has designated Structural Engineers Association of Utah Scholarship Fund (Structural Engineers Association of Utah – Scholarships (seau.org)) for our SEU Speaker Inspires donation for the month. Barry shared, “As a student struggling to […]
“SEU Speaker Inspires” Organization of the Month: GRAACC Support Group for Adolescents and Children with Cancer
In April 2022, SEU welcomed Carine Magalhaes Leys, from Odeh Engineers, to present 2022 Post-Tensioning Design: Finite Element Method-Based Solutions. Carine has designated GRAACC Support Group for Adolescents and Children with Cancer in Brazil (https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/better-chances-of-cure-for-childhood-cancer-in-br/) for our SEU Speaker Inspires donation for the month. Carine wished to support children in Brazil where there is an […]
Useful Resources for the Serviceability of Concrete Slabs
Engineers are often more familiar with strength provisions for concrete slabs, but building codes require adequate strength and serviceability. Excessive cracking and sloping or bouncy floors can be a nuisance and render a building unusable for its intended purpose. Thus, engineers should be familiar with the available resources providing guidance for serviceability issues above and […]
New Effects of Changes to ASCE 7-16 Wind Provisions
ASCE 7 wind maps have changed! While the changes to the maps alone are significant, there have been other changes within the provisions which will largely affect most of the country. Depending on your region of practice, the updates may have significant implications for new building construction. Are you aware of the most significant changes […]
“SEU Speaker Inspires” Organization of the Month: Friends of Perryville Battlefield
In March 2022, SEU welcomed Matthew Rechtien, PE, Esq., from Walter P. Moore, to present 2022 Engineering Ethics Update: The Ethics of Competition. In prior years, Matt has designated Friends of Perryville Battlefield (https://www.friendsofperryville.org) for our SEU Speaker Inspires donation for the month and he has chosen to do the same in 2022. Matt shared, […]