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4. Loads Recall that the definition of a structure is a physical artifact that carries loads other than its own weight. Loads then are the forces and moments carried by structural members in accordance with the structure type (as discussed in Section 1). A structure that undergoes simple loading carries only a single type of load. For example, that could be forces or moments but not both. Simple loading results in the simplest structural response, which is a good place for us to start! 10. , acts to displace material particles further away from one another.
10. Definition sketch of an axial structure. Comments: i. Keep in mind that although we have shown a rod with constant, circular cross-section, primarily for convenience and simplicity, a rod may have a non-constant and/or, non-circular cross-section. ii. However, to remain an axial structure, the axis of every crosssection, which is the line passing perpendicularly through the centroid of that cross-section, must remain co-linear. iii. Structures with constant cross-sectional area, or more generally constant second moment of area, are called prismatic structures.
Compact compressive axial structure. , a column), compressive failure may be due to lack of stiffness, and a completely different response occurs (this becomes a stability problem which we do not treat here). 3). Excessive buckling can lead to complete collapse upon continued loading. 3. Slender compressive axial structure undergoing buckling. 1. Note the columns that carry roof loads down to the truss. We will defer to a later volume the study of buckling behavior and the design of slender compressive axial structures (we need to first explore flexural structures).