Portfolio: Project Details
Solar Photovoltaic Array
Gunderson High School
San Jose, CA
|
Interactive Resources was hired by SunLink to provide structural engineering services for the new solar array. The design services included preparation of construction documents for submittal to the Division of State Architect (DSA), performing one site visit to observe the existing conditions where the array is to be located, and the preparation of structural calculations as required to anchor the array to the existing structure. Wind loads were in the accordance with the provisions of ASCE 7 and as augmented by the wind tunnel tests and seismic loads were in accordance with the provisions of the California Building Code (CBC). Interactive Resources also prepared structural drawings showing the location and details for anchoring the array to the existing roof, responded to code enforcement agency comments, and provided Construction Administration services that included, but not limited to site observation, response to field questions, and shop drawing review.
