(III) Increasing the Stiffness of Both Buildings by Providing Lateral Bracing: According to researchers (Akmal, 2009; Malhotra et al., 2004) diagonal and
cross bracing are most effective to resist the lateral load.
Larger structures or pipes that require an unobstructed pit or access bay for a trench can be easily accomplished by allowing the contractor to remove all
cross bracing with a technique called retracing of the system.
The design also incorporates reinforced corner members,
cross bracing, and stiffeners to handle rugged applications.
Features include simple construction with
cross bracing throughout the length of the cart.
Semirigid connection factors are needed for exact deflection analyses of portal frames lacking
cross bracing when connection factors begin to exceed 1.0 x [10.sup.-6] rad/ft-lb.
The cabinet also features
cross bracing, back stiffeners and double-walled extrusions, providing a high strength-to-weight ratio to support and protect equipment during a seismic event.
The cabinets also have
cross bracing, back stiffeners and double-walled extrusions, providing a high strength-to-weight ratio to support and protect equipment during the full force of a seismic event.
In its final ruling, FMCSA also stated: "Iowa DOT (Department of Transportation) noted that several carriers have removed the floor from flatbed vehicles, leaving the floor
cross bracing intact, creating a skeletal vehicle, which allows the debris and fluids to escape from the bottom of the vehicle while in transit."
These products won't eliminate diagonal or
cross bracing. You'll still have to abide by the manufacturer spec sheets for proper bracing.
In the first floor offices,
cross bracing between the laminated arches is exposed.
A sketch of a steel tower cross braced with X's was drawn next and labeled
cross bracing. Students contributed ideas for the towers' function carrying electrical lines, transmitting radio signals, supporting a water tower.