20.3.1.1 - Nominal Strength for Laterally Stable Compact Sections
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What is the plastic moment strength (M_p) if Z = 20 in^3 and F_y = 30 ksi?
💡 Hint: Use the formula M_p = Z * F_y.
Define nominal strength in one sentence.
💡 Hint: Think about the definition and the implications of strength.
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What is the formula for calculating nominal strength for stable compact sections?
💡 Hint: Think about how both Z and F_y contribute to bending strength.
True or False: A higher plastic section modulus increases the nominal strength of a beam.
💡 Hint: Recall how Z relates to bending capacity.
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A steel beam has a plastic section modulus of 25 in^3 and is made from steel with a yield strength of 40 ksi. Calculate the nominal strength and discuss its application in a real-world situation.
💡 Hint: Remember to multiply the plastic section modulus by the yield strength.
Assuming a steel beam has a nominal strength of 1200 kip-in and a section modulus of 30 in^3. What is the yield strength? Provide reasoning.
💡 Hint: Rearranging the nominal strength formula will help you find the yield strength.
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