03-07-2010, 05:46 AM
I believe the wall should be modelled as a spandrel to transfer the loads on to the supporting piers. If the wall is continious through 11 floors and then discontinues, I have a doubt about whether it will still act as a spandrel or not. I would rather model it both as a pier and spandrel in different models and check for the behaviour.
I also would like to hear from other experince engineers on this regard.
Regards,
Jaks.
I also would like to hear from other experince engineers on this regard.
Regards,
Jaks.