This is the process to follow: Determine the length of wall that the brace is acting on. Multiply this by the bracing capacity. Racking force for bracing (kN/m) = length of wall (m) x bracing capacity. . Calculate the racking force provided by the diagonal (structural) bracing. When lateral forces act on the structure, these braces carry the loads through tension and compression, reducing demands on the beams. . Check Your Latitude: Use a latitude finder to determine your location"s latitude. Adjust Seasonally: Make seasonal adjustments to your panel"s tilt angle--add 15° in winter and subtract 15° in summer.
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