2 Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
The selection of an economical rolled shape to resist a given compressive load is simple with the aid of the ________________________.
A
column load tables
2
Q
For shapes not in the column load table, a _____________ approach must be used
A
trial and error
3
Q
The general approach for trial and error is to assume a ___________ and then compute its strength.
A
shape
4
Q
If a compression member is supported differently with respect to each of its principal axes, the _____________ will be different for the two directions
A
effective length
5
Q
A column will buckle in the direction corresponding to the largest ____________________.
A
slenderness ratio
6
Q
A
