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Problem 2: A simple roof beam with a span 30 ft has a tributary width of 5 ft. The nominal loads that act on the roof system are shown below. Using the ASCE 7 Strength Design load combinations determine the factored design load in the beam (plf). Show all load combination calculations and identify the controlling load combination and resulting design values for positive and negative moment (±Mu) and shear (Vu).
Nominal Loads
Roof Live Load 20 psf
Snow Load 26 psf
Roof Vertical Wind Load -16psf
+5 psf
Roof Rain Load 12 psf
Roof Vertical Earthquake Load ±8 psf
Roof Dead Load Maximum 25 psf
Roof Dead Load Minimum 18 psf