Snowdrift Analysis AI
AI analysis of snow accumulation patterns and drift loads on buildings.
Definition
Snowdrift Analysis AI predicts snow accumulation patterns and drift loads on buildings. It analyzes roof geometry, building adjacencies, and wind patterns to identify areas where snow drifts may form and ensures structural design accounts for increased snow loads in drift-prone locations.
In Depth
Snowdrift loading occurs where wind deposits snow against parapets, rooftop equipment, and higher adjacent roof surfaces. ASCE 7 Chapter 7 specifies drift load requirements that can significantly increase the structural design load for roof areas near these obstructions. AI calculates the drift loading for each roof area based on the building geometry, parapet heights, and equipment locations.
Examples
Predicting drift locations
Calculating drift loads
Designing for snow accumulation
Nomic Use Cases
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Frequently Asked Questions
Snowdrift Analysis AI predicts snow accumulation patterns and drift loads on buildings. It analyzes roof geometry, building adjacencies, and wind patterns to identify areas where snow drifts may form and ensures structural design accounts for increased snow loads in drift-prone locations.
Predicting drift locations. Calculating drift loads. Designing for snow accumulation.
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