Technical Report I: Structural Concepts & Existing Conditions

This report provides the reader with an overview of the structural system, codes and references, material properties, gravity and lateral load determination, and spot-checks of typical framing members of Helios Plaza.

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Technical Report II: Pro-Con Structural Study of Alternate Floor Systems

This report provides the reader with an investigation into alternate floor system design for Helios Plaza.

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Technical Report III: Lateral System Analysis and Confirmation Design

This report provides the reader with an investigation into the lateral resistnace system for Helios Plaza. The controlling load case, relative stiffness of frames, and load distribution are determined within.

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Note: While great efforts have been taken to provide accurate and complete information on the pages of CPEP, please be aware that the information contained herewith is considered a work‐inprogress for this thesis project. Modifications and changes related to the original building designs and construction methodologies for this senior thesis project are solely the interpretation of Kevin Zinsmeister. Changes and discrepancies in no way imply that the original design contained errors or was flawed. Differing assumptions, code references, requirements, and methodologies have been incorporated into this thesis project; therefore, investigation results may vary from the original design.

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