LATERAL AND LOCAL BUCKLING OF BEAMS AND FRAMES

A finite element model is presented for the lateral buckling analysis of beams and frames having a plane of symmetry in the midsurface of the web. In-plane and out-of-plane behaviors are assumed to be uncoupled. Lower order displacement assumptions are used for the geometric stiffness matrices than for the conventional stiffness matrices. Specific applications of the two-dimensional model are demonstrated for the analysis of structures having I-section members. The proposed model for such members accounts for the interaction between the local and the overall buckling phenomena. The web is allowed to distort. Realistic representation of I-section structures with tapered members, deep sections, complex joints, web stiffeners, and various elastic restraints can be made. Effects of stress concentrations at the joints and under the loads are considered. Three numerical examples: (1) a beam with a stiffener; (2) a gable frame; and (3) a deep highway bridge girder, are presented to illustrate the applicability of the model.

• Corporate Authors:

  American Society of Civil Engineers

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• Authors:
  • Akay, H U
  • Johnson, C P
  • Will, K M
• Publication Date: 1977-9

Media Info

• Features: Appendices; Figures; References; Tables;
• Pagination: p. 1821-32
• Serial:
  • Journal of the Structural Division
  • Volume: 103
  • Issue Number: ST9
  • Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Beams; Bridge design; Bridges; Buckling; Finite element method; Frames; Girders; Mathematical models; Stiffness; Stresses; Structural design; Webbing
• Uncontrolled Terms: Models
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Highways;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00164862
• Record Type: Publication
• Report/Paper Numbers: ASCE 13226
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Nov 9 1977 12:00AM