07 RAPT - Examples
07 RAPT - Examples
Example 1 Column axial-symmetrical section Ultimate axial load = 10,000 kN Ultimate moment Mx-x = 500 kN-m Ultimate moment My-y = 200 kN-m Consider bi-axial moment in the design Neglect slenderness effect
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Example 2 Column asymmetrical section Load case 1 o Ultimate axial load = 25,000 kN o Ultimate moment Mx-x = +/- 4,500 kN-m (both top & bottom of column) Load case 2 o Ultimate axial load = 23,000 kN o Ultimate moment My-y = +/- 2,700 kN-m (both top & bottom of column) Consider each case separately in the design Consider slenderness effect, unsupported length = 6,000 mm both orthogonal directions, braced frame
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