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Overturning Force Calculation

As per SDPWS 4.3.6.1.2 Eqn. 4.3-7 , the overturning component of the tensile hold-down force and the compression force at the other end is calculated by

T = C = Vh/ beff

= vh x b/beff

where

Refer to the discussion in the Holddown forces topic for wall heights at gable ends.

This calculation applies to segmented and FTAO walls. A different calculation is used for perforated walls; see Perforated Shear Wall Forces.

See Also

Shear Overturning Component

Applied Shear vs Shear Capacity

Wall Height at Gable Ends