Structural columns and buckling
In This Series
This unit covers the following topics:
• Stability of columns
• Design for combined bending and axial compression
• Stability of beams for axial compression
• Column deflection due to axial and lateral loads
Level
Introduction | Intermediate | Advanced
- Relevance
- Architecture 10% | Engineering 90%
Suggested Reading
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The Helix, St Mary's Hospital, London
/case-studies/the-helix-st-marys-hospital-london/ 01/08/2016 | Case Study
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Stanbrook Abbey, Wass, Yorkshire
/case-studies/stanbrook-abbey-wass-yorkshire/ 01/02/2017 | Case Study
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Cross-laminated timber: structural principles
/publications/wood-information-sheets/cross-laminated-timber-structural-principles/ 08/02/2016 | Wood Information Sheet
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Timber I-joists: applications and design
/publications/wood-information-sheets/timber-i-joists-applications-and-design/ 13/06/2016 | Wood Information Sheet
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Specifying wood-based panels for structural use
/publications/wood-information-sheets/specifying-wood-based-panels-for-structural-use/ 06/06/2016 | Wood Information Sheet