Force Transfer Around Openings (FTAO) Analysis for complex Shear Wall Openings

This presentation will demonstrate another modification to FTAO analysis that will allow complex shear wall opening configurations, accommodating the addition of gravity loads, shorter tie straps, and any combination of opening heights using the transfer diaphragm approach.

By the end of the course, you will be able to do the following:

• Review the history and background to the various methods of FTAO analysis.
• Discuss how to use and analyze transfer diaphragms that allow partial length collectors straps and openings of different heights.
• Provide examples for walls with different opening heights, with and without gravity loads.
• Examine stiffness issues regarding the distribution of forces and application of gravity loads through an FTAO wall.

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