AISC 341-05 EBF Design

Description of Software Tool:

This Software Tool is provided for the design of Eccentric Braced Frame (EBF) elements and connections according to AISC 341-05 criteria and methodology. EBF’s designed in this software tool are symmetrical about the Bay centerline, with both braces of equal length centered on the link beam, stacked for multi-story buildings at floor levels down to the foundation.

This Software Tool consists of the following Design Worksheets included within:

• EBF Geometry and Link Design;

• EBF Beam Beyond Link Design;

• EBF Brace Design;

• EBF Column Design;

• EBF Brace to Link Connection Design;

• EBF Brace to Column Connection Design;

Users Guide to Software Tool - Page 1 (Brief Description)