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[Working detail 25.11.10] Perimeter bracing to provide lateral stability
Although the primary structure of the buildings is a concrete frame, the perimeter bracing serves three key purposes: to provide lateral stability under wind load contributing up to 75 per cent of the overall stability; to reduce the requirement for sheer walls allowing greater flexibility of internal planning and servicing arrangements; and to support the winter garden elements at the prows of the building.
The grey bracing elements are formed from 400mm x 200mm oval hollow sections (OHS), to...