土木工程专业英语5.2 Axially Loaded Members.ppt

5.2 Axially Loaded Members Characterisitics of Axially Loaded Members Tension Members Applications Tension chords and internal ties in trusses Tension bracing members Hangers supporting floor beams Sections Open sections – angles, channels, tees, … Closed sections – circular, square, rectangular hollow sections Compound and built-up sections – double angles/channels, … Round bars, flats and cables Factors affecting efficiency of tension members End connections Reversal load may cause buckling Resisting moment Compression members Applications Generally described by terms ‘columns’ or ‘struts’