PLASTIC DESIGN IN HIGH STRENGTH STEEL.
Abstract
Part of the energy of a severe earthquake shock is absorbed by the inelastic deformation of the structural frame. In order to assess the inelastic deformability of a steel frame, it is necessary to know the load-deformation behavior of its components. The inelastic load-deformation response of beams, beam-columns and beam-and-column subassemblages which are subjected to static unidirectional loading is examined. The response criterion for a member is the end moment-end rotation relationship. It is shown, both from experimental and theoretical considerations, that the inelastic load-deformation behavior of wideflange steel frames and frame components can be predicted and that therefore the energy absorption capacity of these frames can be assessed. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0434271
Entities
People
- Maxwell G. Lay
- Theodore V. Galambos
Organizations
- Lehigh University