RAM Frame - Joint Check for HSS Brace in OCBF

Question

Hello, 
 
 In RAM Frame when running the joint check for Seismic Provisions, I get these errors associated with the joints of my OCBF frames with HSS braces, HSS columns, and wide flange beams. Is this just saying that RAM won't do a code check for these joints unless they are buckling restrained braces and so it must be done independently, or is there some requirement for buckling restrained braces that I'm missing? 
 
 Thanks,

Seth Guthrie · Answer

The program primarily performs a column web joint check in moment connections with Wide flange columns, and as noted some BRBF checks, but there is nothing implemented for OCBF frame joints. From the brace design report you can obtain the critical forces to design the gusset connection for.

RAM Frame - Joint Check for HSS Brace in OCBF

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