29. DESIGN II
The chapter discusses the design principles of frames with a focus on beam-column connections, their types (flexible, rigid, and semi-rigid), and their behavior under loads. It elaborates on the design of statically indeterminate arches, incorporating varying moments of inertia and response to temperature changes. Practical examples and calculations illustrate the processes involved in the design and analysis of structural frames.
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What we have learnt
- Different types of beam-column connections include flexible, rigid, and semi-rigid joints.
- The behavior of simple frames is influenced by how the connections reduce maximum moments under vertical loads.
- Statically indeterminate structures often require complex calculations for analyzing load distribution and moment variation.
Key Concepts
- -- Flexible Connection
- A joint that allows rotation and can only transfer forces, leading to zero end moments.
- -- Rigid Connection
- A joint capable of transmitting moments and ensuring equal end rotations.
- -- Statically Indeterminate Arch
- An arch structure that requires additional equations to solve for forces due to the presence of more unknowns than equations.
- -- Moment of Inertia
- A property of a beam that indicates its resistance to bending, varying based on the geometry of the structure.
- -- Temperature Effects
- Changes in temperature can result in expansion or contraction of structural components, affecting stress distribution.
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