27.2.2.1 - Balanced Condition
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What is an eccentric load?
💡 Hint: Think about the position of the load relative to the column.
Define steel yielding.
💡 Hint: What happens to steel when it is overloaded?
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What does a balanced condition in columns signify?
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of a balanced condition.
True or False: An eccentric load does not create additional bending moments.
💡 Hint: What happens if a load is applied off-center?
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A reinforced concrete column has a height of 3 meters and dimensions of 0.3 m x 0.2 m. If subjected to an axial load of 100 kN and a moment of 24 kNm, calculate the eccentricity for a balanced condition and determine the required area of steel reinforcement.
💡 Hint: Sketch the stress-strain diagram for visual support.
How would you redesign a column if the calculated eccentricity exceeds the maximum design limits to ensure it remains within the balanced condition?
💡 Hint: Consider both geometry and material properties in your redesign.
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