Wood Shear Walls with Corners

This research study provides test data and analysis in support of engineering methods to account for lateral stability and restraint provided by corners of wood frame buildings. Several wall configurations with various lengths, opening amounts, and corner return lengths are studied. Various theories for evaluating shear wall performance are compared to tested results. In addition, a methodology for designing corners as part of the wall restraint system is initially proposed.

Published in 2002
52 pages
$30.00