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Architecturally exposed structural steel aess is a mixture of art, science and knowhow. The construction of pedestrian bridges has seen a surge in recent years. Join in the discussion with terri meyer boake and sylvie boulanger. Discussion of theory and behavior under the various combinations of loads such members must resist is followed by a discussion of applications according to standard specifications for load and resistance factor design lrfd and allowablestress design. Architecturally exposed structural steel specifications. Arch, leed apterri meyer boake holds a professional degree in architecture from the university of waterloo and a post professional degree in architecture from the university of toronto. Cisc guide for specifying architecturally exposed structural steel, 2nd edition details. Architecturally exposed structural steelwork aess asi. Furthermore the degree to which the requirements of the aisc code of standard practice apply must be spelled out. Terri meyer boake architecturally exposed structural steel specifications, connec tions, details contents the preparation of this book was kindly.
This book deals with the design of steel structural members, and their connections, with emphasis on their use in bridges and buildings. It deploys a detailed categorization of aess and its uses according to design context, building typology and visual exposure. For clarity, the architecturally exposed structural steel aess category system is typically only applied to fabricated structural steel elements such as anchor rods, base plates, beams, bracing, canopy framing, columns, connection materials, crane stops, girders, lintels, posts, shear stud connectors, and trusses. Architecturally exposed structural steel architectureau. Nov 23, 2012 structure of the book architecturally exposed structural steel aess is seeing increased and widespread use around the world. Architecturally exposed structural steel american institute of steel. Structure magazine successful detailing for hotdip. Cisc guide for specifying architecturally exposed structural steel. As fabricated, exposed structural steel often suffices as an appropriate level of finish for a project without special requirements. Anyone making use of the contents of this book assumes all liability.
Valley iron will also supply and install steel joist framing, and steel decking as part of the structural steel package. An introduction to architecturally exposed structural steel, aess, is steel that must be designed to be both structurally sufficient to support the primary needs of the structure of the building, canopies, ancillary structures or pedestrian scale bridges, while at the same time be exposed to view, and is therefore a significant part of the architectural language of the building or structure. Structural steel is excellent in addressing many of the particular design and erection concerns of pedestrian bridges. Architecturally exposed structural steel aess is steel that must meet two requirements. Architecturally exposed structural steel aess requirements were incorporated into the design, fabrication and erection of the space frame structure which served several functions. Steel construc on is elemental in nature and its ar stry reliant not only on the appropriate choice of members shapes versus tubes, but also on the method of a achment. It can express the structural integrity of a building in a striking way and put the structural system at the aesthetic forefront. Cisc code of standard practice for structural steel 8th edition. Exposed structural steel columns located within weight room 239 2. It can express the structural integrity of a building in a striking way and. The aisc code defines structural steel as elements that are required to support the design loads of a building and fit within the components of a structural frame.
Asi introduction to architecturally exposed structural. Architecturally exposed structural steel aess part 1. Code of standard practice for steel buildings and bridges. Utilitarian structures have given way to the creation of inspirational, aesthetically driven elegant structures that can be seen to assume a dual role of bridge and public. Architecturally exposed structural steel aess part 3, innovations course instructor terri meyer boake, bes, b. Interested in architecturally exposed structural steel. Foreword the world steel association worldsteel is proud to be the exclusive sponsor of architecturally exposed structural steel. This book provides the means for a better control and purposeful consideration of the design of architecturally exposed structural steel aess. It is available through amazon and other online retailers.
Terri meyer boake this book provides the means for a better control and purposeful consideration of the design of architecturally exposed structural steel aess. Cisc guide for specifying architecturally exposed structural steel, ed. Construction is one of the most important steelusing industries, globally accounting for more than 50% of world steel use. This book which includes specifications, connections and details of many architecturally exposed steel designs, resumes everything there is to know regarding all processes of design, manufacturing and construction using this material and strategy, including todays softwares required for the achievements of such complex designs.
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