39.12 - Strong Column – Weak Beam Concept
Enroll to start learning
You’ve not yet enrolled in this course. Please enroll for free to listen to audio lessons, classroom podcasts and take practice test.
Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions
What is the primary function of a strong column in a seismic design?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between beams and columns.
Define ductility in the context of structural engineering.
💡 Hint: Consider how materials behave under stress.
4 more questions available
Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What is the primary principle of the Strong Column - Weak Beam concept?
💡 Hint: Remember the relationships of moment resistance.
True or False: The equation \( \sum M_c \geq 1.2 \times \sum M_b \) is designed to ensure that beams have a greater moment capacity than columns.
💡 Hint: Revisit the definitions of the equation.
1 more question available
Challenge Problems
Push your limits with advanced challenges
In a design where the moment resistance of beams is calculated to be 40 kNm, what should be the minimum moment resistance for columns? Propose how you would ensure that this is maintained in practice.
💡 Hint: Agree upon the laws governing moment resistance.
Discuss the implications of ignoring the Strong Column - Weak Beam design philosophy in a high-rise building situated in a high seismic zone.
💡 Hint: Consider both structural integrity and safety.
Get performance evaluation
Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.