Constructability
Sometimes, unnecessary problems develop during construction of a bridge that could have easily been prevented with an appropriate design. Also, the […]
Structural Analysis
Connections for Simple Beams
End connections of beams to their supports are classified as simple-beam, fully restrained, and partially restrained connections. Simple, or conventional,
Connections for Bracing
The lateral force-resisting system of large buildings is sometimes provided by a vertical truss with connections such as that in
Concrete Fill on Metal Deck
The most prevalent type of floor deck used with steel frames is concrete fill on metal deck. The metal deck consists
Computation of Reactions
The following step-by-step procedure can be used to determine the reactions of plane statically determinate structures subjected to coplanar loads.
Computation of Reactions Problems and Solutions
Determine the reactions at the supports for the frame shown in Fig. 3.20(a). Solution Free-Body Diagram See Fig. 3.20(b). Static
Concentrically Loaded Compression Members
These provisions are for members in which the resultant of all loads is an axial load passing through the effective section
Compression Splices
The requirements for strength of splice given in Art. 5.26 for tension splices apply also to compression splices. Compression members
Composite Construction with I Girders
With shear connectors welded to the top flange of a beam or girder, a concrete slab may be cmade to