Alignment Chart vs. Approximate values of effective length factor K
Alignment Chart vs. Approximate values of effective length factor K
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Hi everyone, just trying to know when shall I use Alignment Chart vs. using the approximate values of effective length factor K shown in AICS table C-A-7.1? Appreciate your answer.
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RE: Alignment Chart vs. Approximate values of effective length factor K
2) Use the alignment charts in more complex situations where the table values would not apply and one or both of your member end restraints are rightfully modelled as rotational springs rather than the more binary fix/pin.
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RE: Alignment Chart vs. Approximate values of effective length factor K
In short, use direct analysis.
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