11.2.7 - Bottom Column Axial Forces
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Define axial force and provide an example.
💡 Hint: Think of forces that pull or push in the same line as the member.
What is the difference between tension and compression?
💡 Hint: Consider how a rope responds to being pulled versus how a column responds to being pushed.
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What is the primary function of axial forces in a column?
💡 Hint: Consider how columns interact within a structure.
T/F: Axial forces can only be tensile.
💡 Hint: Think about how they act under different load conditions.
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Design a column that needs to support an axial load of 150 kN, considering safety factors and material properties.
💡 Hint: Factor in a safety margin based on the calculated loads.
Analyze a frame with unequal loading on girders leading to differing axial forces in columns. Describe your approach to equilibrium equations.
💡 Hint: Think about how vertical loads shift as you analyze each girder.
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