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As a structural engineer and designer, your goal is to create plans that minimize rework withbuilders, trade professionals, and suppliers. One effective strategy to achieve this is to embraceinnovative off-site construction methods, such as designing for engineered components likeOpen Web […]
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Mass Timber and the Power of Reuse
To view the figures and tables associated with this article, please refer to the flipbook above. The University of Houston (UH) Retail, Auxiliary, and Dining (RAD) Center is a testament to sustainability and economy. Far from being at odds, the […]
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Nature-Inspired Hybrid
To view the figures and tables associated with this article, please refer to the flipbook above. Nestled among the redwoods on forested acreage marked by the ridges and ravines inherent to Northern California, the University of California, Santa Cruz’s (UCSC’s) […]
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Seismic Deformation Compatibility of Mass Timber Beam/Column Connections
Date/Time: December 17, 2025 12:00 pm Central This presentation explores seismic deformation compatibility requirements for mass timber beam-to-column and column-to-column connections in accordance with IBC and ASCE 7 standards. We will examine how experimental testing and finite element analysis (FEA) […]
November 18, 2025
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Advancing Timber Engineering: How the Rothoblaas Fastener Design Guide Sets a New Benchmark
Join Rothoblaas for a practical, engineer-focused session on fastener design for mass timber and hybrid structures. Learn how to use the Rothoblaas Design Guide to speed connection calculations, check code, and improve design efficiency. The guide includes 450 pages with […]
November 3, 2025
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The Environmental Impacts of Building Materials – Comparing Concrete, Wood, and Steel – NRMCA Sponsored Webinar
Presented on: August 30, 2023 07:00 PM CST The impact of building materials on the environment continues to grow in importance within the construction industry. In addition to performance, budget and aesthetics, design professionals are now being asked to evaluate […]
July 28, 2023