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Simplified Design of Welded Connection to Eurocode 3

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In our previous post, we were able to present an example on the design of fillet welds for truss members using two different approaches....
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Structural Analysis

Strength of Spaghetti Bridge Trusses (Video)

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Interestingly, uncooked spaghetti has been used extensively to demonstrate the behavior of structures under the action of externally applied loads. Investigations have usually included; (1)...
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Steel Structures

Flexural Buckling of Columns

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When structural members are subjected to compressive forces, the members may fail before the compressive resistance (A.fy) is reached. This premature failure is usually...
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Trusses

Design of Timber Roof Truss to British Code: Solved Example

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The use of timber as trussed rafters for roof of buildings is a very popular alternative all over the world. The aim of this...
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Steel Structures

Member Design of a 22m Span Steel Roof Truss

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Introduction We all need a roof over our head. Nowadays, architects frequently use roof pattern and design to enhance the aesthetics and functionality of a...
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Reinforced Concrete Design

Structural Design of Pile Caps Using Strut and Tie Model (EC 2)

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Pile caps are concrete mats that rests on piles with adequate rigidity to transfer the column loads to the piles. Piles are provided as...
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Structural Analysis

Analysis of Statically Indeterminate Truss Using Force Method: Solved Example

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Introduction Indeterminate trusses are analysed usually analysed using force method or direct stiffness method. In this post, we are going to analyse step by step,...
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Eurocode 3

How to Design Fillet Weld connection for Steel Trusses (EC3)

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In modern construction, the commonest methods of connecting steel members are by bolting and welding. Eurocode 3 identifies different types of welding such as; ...
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Structural Analysis

Analysis of Trusses Using Direct Stiffness Method: A Solved Example

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An indeterminate truss is supported and loaded as shown above, using the direct stiffness method, obtain the displacements, support reactions, and internal forces that...
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Structural Analysis

Free Vibration of Trusses: A solved Example

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Dynamics of structures is a special branch of structural analysis, which deals with the behaviour of structures subjected to dynamic loads (loads that vary...
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Structural Analysis

Practical Analysis and Design of Steel Roof Trusses

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The most widespread alternative for roof construction in Nigeria is the use of trusses, of which timber and steel are the primary choices of...
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