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Steel Structures by Vinnakota

Chapter 3

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CHAPTER 3
P3.1.

What is the difference between braced and unbraced frames? Illustrate with the help of single span, twostory frame.
Solution
In braced frames subjected to horizontal and vertical loads, the joints rotate but remain essentially
in place. Thus there is no relative translation of the ends of a column when a braced frame is
subjected to lateral loads.
In unbraced frames subjected to horizontal and vertical loads, the joints are free to translate
horizontally in addition to rotation.
Thus, columns in braced frames are subjected to chord deflections, , only; while columns in
unbraced frames are subjected to both sway deflections, , and chord deflections, .

P3.2.

In a tier building, W16x36 floor beams are 30 ft long and spaced at 6 ft intervals, while the W21x62 girders
are 24 ft long. The girders are connected to the flange of W12x65 columns. Show the floor framing layout
for an interior bay.

W21x62
Girder
W12x65
Column

30 ft

W16x36
Floor beam

4 @ 6 ft = 24 ft

Figure SP3.2: Floor framing layout for an interior bay

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Chapter 3
P3.3.

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Illustrate any two types of shear bents in tier buildings.


Solution
See Figure 3.3.6 of the text book.

P3.4.

Sketch any three types of concentrically braced shear bents, for a four story building.
Solution
See Figure 3.3.7 of the text book.

P3.5.

What are purlins and sag rods.


Solution
Purlins
Horizontal, longitudinal, structural members that rest on the top chords of roof trusses or girders
to support the roof deck.
Sag rods
Steel threaded rods that are used to provide intermediate support for roof purlins or wall girts in
their weak plane.

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