土木工程专业英语作者陈瑛5.2AxiallyLoadedMembers课案.pptVIP

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’