Systematic Study of the Failure of a Light-Frame Wood Roof in a Tornado
Tornadoes are a particularly devastating natural hazard that affect communities across the United States, particularly the Midwest and South. They are unique from an engineering point-of-view due to their very low probability of occurrence but often highly destructive consequences. The 2011 season w...
Main Authors: | Christine Standohar-Alfano, Thang Dao, John van de Lindt, Mohammad Omar Amini |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2012-12-01
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Series: | Buildings |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/2/4/519 |
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