EFFECTIVE LENGTH OF COMPRESSION MEMBERS. IN: BRIDGE ENGINEERING: SUBSTRUCTURE DESIGN
The concept of effective length factor or K factor plays an important role in compression member design. Physically the K factor, when multiplied by actual length of the end-restrained column, gives the length of an equivalent pin-ended column whose buckling load is the same as that of the end restrained column. Practically, design specifications provide the resistance equations for pin-ended columns, while the resistance of framed columns can be estimated through the K factor to the pin-ended column strength equations. This paper presents the state of the art engineering practice of the effective length factor for the design of columns in bridge structures.
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Authors:
- Duan, Liwei
- Chen, Wai-Fah
- Publication Date: 2003
Language
- English
Media Info
- Features: Figures; References; Tables;
- Pagination: 22 p.
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Bridge design; Buckling; Columns; Compressive strength; Design standards; Length; Load factor; Resistance (Mechanics); State of the art
- Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Design; Highways; I24: Design of Bridges and Retaining Walls;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00976250
- Record Type: Publication
- ISBN: 0849316812
- Files: TRIS
- Created Date: Jul 30 2004 12:00AM