Example 1

For the column detailed below, determine:

 Specify appropriate lateral reinforcing for the column.
 Its centroid
 Key points of the strength interaction chart
 Plot the design interaction chart.
Column is 2600 mm high and unbraced. Take B = D = 500 mm and
bending takes place about the x-axis. f’c = 60 MPa and fsy = 500 MPa. Non-
residential building.

2N28+2N12
dsc
x x dst

4N28

Column Capacity Example

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