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 Chapter (6)
Compression Member

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The Longer the column, the more it buckle so the

stiffness is important.
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Strong axis = larger radius of gyration

= smaller slenderness ratio,

KL/r

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Eccentrically loaded column

A strong axis is placed on the side that bears more load

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Portal Frame using tampered W section
Steel column

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Procedure

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