Title: Simplified method for structural analysis of wall-frame systems

Author(s): Manuel L. Gutierrez de Velasco R.

Publication: IMCYC

Volume: 1

Issue: 1

Appears on pages(s): 36-48

Keywords: Wall-frame structures, Structural analysis, Matrix methods, Flexibilities, Stiffness, Simplified matrix method, Concrete walls, Wang Method, Khan and Sbarounis Method, Wilbur Equations

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Date: 7/1/2009

Abstract:
It is proposed an approximate solution procedure for distribution of horizontal loads in structural systems made up of shear walls and frames, using a simplified stiffness matrix, which can be easily implemented in a spreadsheet of a personal computer. The accuracy of the proposal is verified by comparing its results with those obtained from other methods. Some examples of application are also presented.