Steel Codes & Seismic Design for Space Frames
Introduction In seismically active areas, steel space frames must not only meet load-bearing requirements but also exhibit excellent seismic performance. This article will discuss the seismic design codes, key design points, and their application in practical projects. Seismic Design Codes for Steel Space Frames China's "Code for Seismic Design of Buildings" (GB50011): Applicable to seismic design in mainland my country, it specifies structural seismic resistance levels, design basic earthquake accelerations, and structural categories. USA's "Code for Seismic Design of Steel Structures" (ANSI/AISC 341): Applicable to the United States, it emphasizes the ductility and energy dissipation capacity of structures and provides specific requirements for seismic design. European "Code for Seismic Design of Steel Structures" (EN 1998-1): Applicable to Europe, it incorporates the characteristics of steel structures and provides guiding principles for seism...