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Charles Grochala, P.E., M.ASCE

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RE: Wind load

Posted By Charles Grochala 12-19-2019 08:32 PM
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If memory serves, ASCE 7 specifically prohibits any aerodynamic shielding for wind loads since, as Glenn mentioned, the building or object providing the shielding may not always be there. ------------------------------ Charles Grochala P.E., M.ASCE Structural-Buildings Coralville, IA -------- ...

RE: 3D PRINTING WOOD STRUCTURES

Posted By Charles Grochala 03-14-2018 09:56 AM
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There are a few types of "wood" 3D printer material, but keep in mind that it's still a plastic composite that's doing all the structural work. Because of the high heat involved with the printing process, you can actually burn the wood during the printing process; it won't combust, but it will darken ...