ASCE 7-05 Wind Loads

Wind Loads: Guide to the Use of the Wind Load Provisions of ASCE 7-05 focuses on the wind load provisions as they a ect the planning, design, and construction of buildings for residential and commercial purposes. This revised and updated guide provides users with an overview of the provisions and a detailed explanation of recommended design procedures. Users of this guide will bene. t from the 13 worked examples and more than 30 frequently asked questions, grouped by topic. Wind Loads also addresses new provisions introduced in ASCE 7-05. This book is an essential reference for practicing structural engineers who design buildings and structures, as it o ers the most authoritative and in-depth interpretation of the wind loads section of ASCE Standard 7-05.