Numerical Statistic Approach for Peak Factor of Non-Gaussian Wind Pressure on Building Claddings

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Peak factor of 808 measurement points calculated by different methods at a 90^° wind direction angle. (a) Comparison of stepwise search method peak factor and observed peak factor. (b) Comparison of Kareem-Zhao method peak factor and observed peak factor. (c) Comparison of Sadek–Simiu method peak factor and observed peak factor.

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