The basic steps for numerical integration using the linear acceleration method, and a bilinear resistance-deflection function for compression and tension, are outlined below. These steps are easily programmed for use with personal computers using programming languages such as BASIC or FORTRAN, or spreadsheet templates. One source of software is Microcomputer-Aided Engineering; Structural Dynamics, (Paz 1986). another useful program, BIGGS, is also available (WBE 1990). The following procedure is based on Paz 1986. Implementation example is included in Chapter 11.(Shear wall building Design
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