Shape Factor
Shape factor gives an indication of the reserve capacity of a section from the onset of yielding at xtreme fibres
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Design of Steel Structures
Beam Column Behavior
Beam-column is the most general case as an element in a structure. As the flexural moment in the beam-column approaches
Read MoreLoads for Gantry Girders
In general gantry girders are laterally unsupported beam except at the column locations. Above figure shows the various forces that
Read MoreSelf Weight of a Plate Girder
The self weight of a plate girder can be estimated from the following empirical relation: w = W/200 kN/m where
Read MoreGusset Base
Gusset base is provided where column load is too heavy or when the axial column load is accompanied by bending
Read MoreTypes of Buckling
VARIOUS TYPES OF BUCKLING A compression member may buckle overall or locally. It is possible that the thin flanges or
Read MoreTypes of Failure in Tension Members
Types of Failure (a) Yielding of gross section (Tdg): In this type of failure wherein the yielding of the gross
Read MoreWelded Joints
In welded connections, the two structural members are joined by a weld. It is the compactness and greater rigidity of
Read MoreTensile Strength of Plate
If tensile load acting on the plate exceeds tensile strength of the plate then failure of joint in the form
Read MoreMechanism of Load Transfer Thought Bolts
The transfer of force from one member to another depends on the type of bolt being used. This transfer of
Read MoreBolted Connections over Riveted Connections
Advantages and Disadvantages of Bolted Connections over Riveted Connections Advantages: (a) Bolted connections facilitate faster erection of structure. (b) Not
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