Hello - I am following the TIA-222 on calculating the wind loads on cables mounted on stand-offs (two cables/stand for a total of 6 pairs) on the outside of an antenna mast. While Section 2.6.9.2 provides information on how to compute the EPA - effective projected area of the appurtenance...
I have a u-shaped lift eye made of round bar (both ends welded). What approach should one follow in computing the maximum stress on the lift eye: the flexure formula, the curved beam flexure formula, (used on crane hooks) or a different approach? Thank you.