Jan 29, 2016 · In the 14th edition the tributary length, p is taken as 2b (45 deg angle). In the 15th edition it is taken as 3.5b (or even larger). I don't know how many subtle changes like this may have been made, and rather go through and try to find them all, I decided to go with the 14th edition (although I did not need to purchase a new one).

May 1, 2024 · Does anyone know what changes were made in the latest AISC manual? Possibly a link to any publications with a comprehensive list of the changes? I'm debating purchasing the 15th or 16th edition to use while studying for the SE. …

Jul 14, 2005 · The 15th Edition (or any preceding edition) of the Steel Construction Manual is not required by any law. It's simply a design aid. The Specification for Structural Steel Buildings (AISC 360) is referenced by the various building codes including the IBC. AISC 360-16 will be embedded in the 15th Edition manual, but it's available for free ...

Sep 16, 2016 · AISC 360-16 will be embedded in the 15th Edition manual, but it's available for free download and has been for some time, but it won't be in a building code until their next revision, which should be the IBC 2018.

Oct 13, 2017 · The 15th edition version is awesome. It replaced the hideous 14th ed. one with the lower case letters that represented (8/9)(1/phiMn), etc. The super tables seem to have the potential to replace a lot of Parts 3, 4, and 5.

Apr 18, 2018 · When comparing AISC 15th to 13th edition HSS beams. 15th Edition an HSS12x4x1/2 in Table 3-12 (p 3-136) for ASD X-Axix allowable bending is 117 kip-ft 13th Edition an HSS12x4x1/2 in Table 3-12 (p 3-140) for ASD X-Axix allowable bending is 107 kip-ft The section properties are the same in both editions.

Dec 21, 2022 · Thinking about buying the latest AISC steel manual. I have been using 13th edition. Are they coming out with 16th edition? Is it safe to buy the 15th edition? I would rather wait if another one is coming.

Aug 22, 2014 · When AISC tried to replace the Green Book with LRFD, the was much renting of garments and gnashing of teeth. And I was one of the main renters and gnashers. But it's worn me down. I use the 15th Edition and haven't cracked the ninth edition in a long time. IMHO, when AISC imposed LRFD on the industry (around 1979), they made some strategic ...

Feb 6, 2015 · So my state has finally adopted the 2018 IBC model code (effective less than a month ago). As a result, I figured I'd look into getting a PDF version of the 15th edition of the SCM. It would appear that AISC is only offering an online digital manual? The website indicates that you can't download it or access it offline.

Oct 28, 2020 · 1) AISC 15th edition manual page 10-7: "Line welds are placed along the toes of the angles with a return at the top" 2) On that same page: "Note that welding across the entire top of the angles must be avoided as it inhibits the flexibility and, therefore, the necessary end rotation of the connection".