Post-breakage Behavior Of Architectural Glazing In Windstorms

Author

Chris P. Pantelides
Amy D. Horst
Joseph E. Minor, Missouri University of Science and Technology

Abstract

The selection of architectural glazing products for use in tall buildings has evolved into a complex process in a relatively short period of time. Many new factors have to be considered in the design procedure, and the array of new available products has created unlimited design choices. Among the new design considerations are missile impacts and the behavior of glass after breakage in a windstorm. Post-breakage behavior is described, principally, in terms of resistance to small missile impact, glass particle fallout and the propensity of glass panels to remain in the frame. These behavioral characteristics are directly related to hazards to people and a desire to protect the building and its interior furnishings and equipment from the effects of windstorms. © 1992.

Recommended Citation

C. P. Pantelides et al., "Post-breakage Behavior Of Architectural Glazing In Windstorms," Journal of Wind Engineering and Industrial Aerodynamics, vol. 44, no. 1 thru 3, pp. 2425 - 2435, Elsevier, Jan 1992.

The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1016/0167-6105(92)90034-8

Department(s)

Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering

Comments

University of Missouri, Grant None

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

0167-6105

Document Type

Article - Journal

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 2023 Elsevier, All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Jan 1992