Large Wood Structure Stability Analysis Tool

 

 

The Large Wood Structure Stability Analysis Tool is a comprehensive and flexible Microsoft Excel spreadsheet which can be used to efficiently evaluate and optimize design options, such as the size and species of wood, structure configurations, and anchor requirements.  The Companion Paper summarizes the design rationale, methodologies, procedure, limitations, and example applications to illustrate how the tool can be used to design stable structures.

 

Click on the following links to download the LW Design Tool and Companion Paper:

 

LW_Design_Tool_V1.1.xlsm

 

LW_Design_Tool_Companion_Paper.pdf

 

User is encouraged to provide comments and feedback on:

Suitability: Range of application or limitations

Ease of use

Results: Are they reasonable and verified

Any other comments for improvement

 

Email comments to: michael.rafferty@otak.com