SIMPLE MODEL FOR DESIGN OF FRAMED-TUBE STRUCTURES

The paper proposes a simple model that gives accurate results for the preliminary analysis and design of framed-tube structures. The structure is modeled as a series of stringers and shear panels. The model is flexible, easy to use, and can be employed for design sensitivity and optimization of framed-tube structures. It gives very accurate results for the lateral displacements of the building. A transfer matrix approach is developed to help solve structures with different geometric and material properties along the height of the building. For multiple segments, the method becomes too complicated, and a computer program should be used for the calculations.

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• Authors:
  • Connor, J J
  • Pouangare, C C
• Publication Date: 1991-12

Media Info

• Features: Appendices; Figures; References; Tables;
• Pagination: p. 3623-44
• Serial:
  • Journal of Structural Engineering
  • Volume: 117
  • Issue Number: 12
  • Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
  • ISSN: 0733-9445
  • Serial URL: http://ascelibrary.org/loi/jsendh

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Computer programs; Dislocation (Geology); Framed structures; Mathematical models; Panels; Stringers; Structural design; Tubing
• Uncontrolled Terms: Models
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Highways; I20: Design and Planning of Transport Infrastructure;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00618331
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Jan 31 1992 12:00AM