AISC Chapter C-Stability analysis methods
AISC Chapter C-Stability analysis methods
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So, Chapter C gives 3 analysis methods and I'm wondering if anybody out there has experience with the 2 alternative methods. I usually use the direct analysis method, but am curious when it might be useful to use the effective length or first-order analysis methods. When are those more advantageous than the DDM? What are the pros and cons of each? Let me know your thoughts because I'd like a little practical advice to make sure I'm using the correct analysis method in the appropriate situation. Thanks everybody,






RE: AISC Chapter C-Stability analysis methods
Here's a great, but brief, introduction to the effective length method: http://media.aisc.org/NASCC2014/140327-N40A.mp4
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RE: AISC Chapter C-Stability analysis methods
I guess what I'm saying is that a first order analysis or an effective length method analysis can be easier to investigate if the DA method has you stymied.
RE: AISC Chapter C-Stability analysis methods
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