The Structural Engineering Podcast

This week we brought on a real live mechanical engineer to ask why he insists on putting holes in our beams, and how he knows exactly where to find a shear wall. Stay tuned, this is a two-parter. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we like to chat. zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com (under construction) Instagram: @structure_3d Email: info@theengineeringpodcast.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E Twitter: SE_Podcast

The hosts discuss their favorite trusses, including Verandil, Pratt, Howard, Lenticular, Bailey, and Howe trusses. They explore the history, development, and types of trusses in structural engineering. The lenticular trust, lattice trusses, and prominent engineers are also discussed.

On this episode we hear it right from the horses mouth. What's it like to take the PE? and If you have to, what is it like to take it twice. In addition, we talk about the history of the test, and why some people want it gone. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we're always looking for good topics or people to interview. zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E Twitter: SE_Podcast

This week we discuss the US Resiliency Council with Ronald Mayes, one of the founders and pioneers in the field. If you tried to listen to this episode earlier, sorry, there was some unknown glitch, but give it another try, it's all fixed now. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we're always looking for good topics or people to interview. zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

This weeks episode is simple. Whats better, a nail or a screw? Join in as Max and Zach pick sides in this eternal debate. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we're always looking for good topics or people to interview. zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

This week we're talking to Josh Ogle, The man behind the thehipsterengineer.com. Josh is all about helping people learn good study habits and pass the PE, FE, and SE exam. With the test one month away for many people, this is a great listen for those gearing up to take one. In addition, josh uses his varying experience to help people navigate their career. Check out his website with some of the links below, there's something for everybody on there.  https://thehipsterengineer.com/ https://thehipsterengineer.com/examhelps/ And don't forget to use code "SEP" for any purchases for an extra discount. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we're always looking for good topics or people to interview. zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

Exploring the importance of building separation joints, particularly seismic joints, in preventing structural damage. Discussing the evolution of building separations and joints, the different types of joints in structural engineering, and the importance of joints in construction and stability. Emphasizing the need for proper attachment and understanding of control joints to avoid catastrophic failures.

If you're familiar with the term "frenemy", this is how many engineers might describe a plans reviewer. Plans reviewers hold the key to getting your project through city/county approval. It's an important step in assuring we have safe buildings to live and work in., and..... it can be kinda annoying. Sit down this week and learn what plans reviewers look for in a project, what is a clean calc packet, and probably the best job search advise we've heard yet. If you're liking the show please please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we're always looking for good topics or people to interview. zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

This week we get to chat with Ryan Smith, the director of Sideplate, about what makes special moment frames so special, and the advantages of using them. This versatile system is stiffer and lighter than your typical RBS frame, not to mention quicker to assemble. Enjoy, and let us know if you have any questions. Dont forget to Follow us on Social Media: Website: theengineeringpodcast.com Instagram: @structure_3d Email: zach.and.max.S3D@gmail.com FaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcast YouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

The podcast discusses the importance of load path in structural engineering and provides examples of failures due to improper load path. They also talk about the relevance of wind uplift on structures, the behavior of sheer in structural engineering, and the need for slip connections and thoughtful design to ensure load is correctly distributed.