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The slab edge determines the exposure (Ram Frame – Loads – Exposure) and we assume some kind of vertically spanning cladding transfers the loads to the diaphragms. The program calculates a total force based on total exposure, considering one windward surface and one leeward surface per diaphragm. Where the wind may hit more area, user defined loads should be used.
You can see the total force using Process – Results – Applied Story Forces, or Report the “Loads and Applied Forces” to see the intermediate wind pressure calculations. The Report – “Exposure Boundaries” is useful for visualizing the exposed surfaces of the model.
No, the program only applies the total horizontal force for each story or diaphragm. Uplift loads are not yet considered.
While there is no good work around for this limitation some users apply negative magnitude Live Loads in order to check the beams (or foundations) for uplift. It's important to note that the program still sees this as a Live load and factors it accordingly, so some adjustments in the magnitude of the applied load or customization of the load combinations might be required.
The program currently applies the wind loads based on the simple rectangular area of the structure defined by the story data. Adjustments in the column and wall elevations do not affect the total applied wind loads at this time.
Use the Report - "Exposure Boundaries" to see a visualization of the exposed wind surfaces whenever there is some concern over the height or tributary width being used to calculate total story forces.
No, when the program generates wind loads it always assumes the structure is fully clad all the way down to the ground level with one complete windward and leeward surface.
For any other condition and where rigid diaphragms exist, "User defined story forces" should be used. User defined story forces are defined in RAM Frame under Loads - Load Cases by selecting "User defined story forces" from the drop down menu to the right of the toggle for wind loads. When there is no rigid diaphragm use "Nodal loads." Nodal lateral loads are defined in the Modeler in the Elevation view.
The program generated wind loads are not completely accurate for any of the situations below.
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