33.1 - Introduction
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Practice Questions
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Define what a beam-column connection is.
💡 Hint: Think about where two structural elements meet.
Name one type of beam-column connection.
💡 Hint: This type does not transfer moments.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of connection allows only force transfer?
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of a hinge.
True or False: Rigid connections can transfer both forces and moments.
💡 Hint: Think of their structural purpose.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate the structural integrity of a building designed with flexible connections in high wind areas. What outcomes and considerations must be addressed?
💡 Hint: Consider why stability is important.
If you were to design a frame structure using semi-rigid connections, discuss the potential advantages and challenges in comparison to rigid connections.
💡 Hint: Think of how costs might influence your design choices.
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