Answers to questions posed so far?
(1) I will look at Chappell's book, as I have it here.
(2) I had read the discussion on scarfs over posts, and braces.
(3) The project I have in mind is 24' wide so my timber stretcher doesn't have enough horsepower. :-) actually the basic structure will be 24' wide 32-36 deep. It will be a combination of back 1/2 supported, and front 1/2 freespan.
The mentioned discussion on bending moments on Beams over posts, and braces never discusses the beam being in tension. Isn't a tie beam/girding beam in tension in addition to being subjected to bending. If it is in tension, are scarfs suitable to prevent spreading?
Mike
