Abstract: Design guidance for structural steel members under combined axial and transverse loads, or beam‐columns, has evolved from very simple assumptions to the present ultimate‐strength approaches. The changes in design recommendations ...

Abstract: It is presently possible to attain a doctoral degree from most engineering schools in this country without any advanced training in engineering design. Many of these doctorate holders will become new faculty members, ...

Abstract: An evaluation of a masonry structure was undertaken after damage was caused by surface subsidence due to a sinkhole. The sinkhole was probably present for a long time prior to the damage, but the growth of the sinkhole was ...

Abstract: The collapse of a suspended soffit consisting of portland cement plaster stucco on metal lath was investigated to determine the probable cause of collapse after over 30 years of service. Soffits of this type are often ...

Abstract: The problem of determining adequate bracing for multiple studs in a wall with similar imperfections is addressed. Previous studies have determined the necessary brace strength and stiffness required to adequately brace a ...

Abstract: Computer models of 20 metal railing systems were created and analyzed to determine the lateral distribution of load and the sharing of load between posts in a multispan rail system. Single rail, double rail, triple rail, ...

Abstract: Structural engineering is both an art and applied science. Traditionally, students of structural engineering were exposed to the art along with the science of the profession by teachers who themselves were practitioners ...