1.

The shear in column may not be due to(a) material used in column(b) lateral loads from wind(c) lateral loads from earthquake(d) end eccentricity of loadI had been asked this question in final exam.Asked question is from Elastic Buckling of Slender & Built-up Compression Members topic in portion Design of Compression Members of Design of Steel Structures

Answer»

Right choice is (a) material used in COLUMN

Easy explanation: The shear in column may be due to (i) lateral loads from wind, earthquake, GRAVITY or other loads, (ii)slope of column with RESPECT to line of thrust due to both unintentional and initial curvature and increased curvature during bending, (iii)end of eccentricity of load due to EITHER end connection or FABRICATION imperfections.



Discussion

No Comment Found

Related InterviewSolutions