This presentation provides an overview of AISC Design Guide 29: Vertical Bracing Connections - Analysis and Design which delves into the design of bracing connections based on structural principles. Topics include:
Design basis for orthogonal and nonorthogonal connections using the Uniform Force Method
Corner, center and base-type connection
Seismic and non-seismic situations
Extensive design examples
Source: NASCC Year: 2015 Speaker(s): William A. Thornton; Larry Muir