Are our codes adequate for snow loads?

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Abstract
Roof collapses under snow loads have been occurring and serious loss of life frequently accompanies these occurrences. There are three basic elements that enter into the total considerations during the design process of a structure, and knowing these values may help in the planned design.

Date
5/1981

Author(s)
Dov Kaminetzky

Page(s)
15

Source
ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers)

Keyword(s)
snow load; building codes; failure

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