NDS (National Design Specification)

The National Design Specification (NDS) is a comprehensive handbook that provides engineering guidelines and standards for designing wood structures. It ensures safety, reliability, and efficiency by outlining how to select appropriate materials, calculate their strength, and determine proper construction practices. The NDS covers various aspects such as load capacity, fasteners, and connections, helping architects and engineers create structures like bridges, buildings, and frameworks that are both safe and optimized for wood's properties. Essentially, it’s a trusted reference that promotes sound design and construction practices in wood engineering.