My interest is to compute the allowable compressive load for steel tapered members. Therefore, I need to compute buckling factors. Typically, for rigid frames a value of 1.5 is used for columns and 1.0 for rafters, unless more accurate values can be substantiated.
Does anybody know any good...
SmithJ,
* What is the laterally unbraced length for the Eave Strut?
For your case, the eave strut is fully braced since it has panel attached to it. This open section is supported vertically and laterally by the panel. At the eave, the wind edge strip will require the screw spacing to be...
delt,
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EngineerDave,
I guess that to be really "academically intelligent" you don't need to go to college to obtain a degree. In fact, a great percentage of people that go to college are not that intelligent in their field. The question was whether or not an online degree will ever reach...
Pylko, Haynewp, JAE, and Trainguy:
Thank you for your responses on this matter. I think that when designing structures you not only need to be concerned about exceeding a budget but about safety and compliance. Like JAE said, "Arguments with the boss are always a joy". Have a good day!
When dealing with a simple span beam subjected to uniform distributed load, one can consider the tributary LENGTH to obtain the reactions at the support to be L/2. However, when continuous beams are used this is not correct.
If you refer to the AISC Table for Continuous Beams,(2-312), you...
