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Lateral force resisting systems

Systems exsist to resist the lateral forces of earthquakes and wind. The information in this section explains these systems and where they are utilised.

The PDF below on lateral force resisting systems includes information on:

  • Vertical elements.
  • Moment-resisting frames.
  • Cantilevers.
  • Diagonal bracing.
  • Vertical shear panels.
  • Horizontal elements.
  • Horizontal diaphrapms.
  • Diagonal bracing.
  • Connections.

 

Lateral force resisting systems - Printable PDF