Column load bearing calculations

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the topic of load bearing calculations for metal square tube columns, focusing on the availability of resources and the factors influencing column strength. The scope includes practical applications and theoretical considerations related to engineering calculations.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about websites that provide load bearing calculations for metal square tube columns.
  • Another participant notes that the strength of the column is highly dependent on the end conditions, suggesting that this variability complicates the creation of easily tabulated data.
  • A later post reiterates the initial inquiry about resources for column bearing calculations and mentions Engineeringtoolbox.com as a potential source of information on hollow structural sections (HSS).

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on specific resources for load bearing calculations, and there is acknowledgment of the complexity involved in determining column strength due to varying end conditions.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights the limitations in finding standardized calculations due to the dependence on specific conditions and configurations of the columns.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in structural engineering, particularly those seeking information on load bearing calculations for metal columns.

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Are there any websites that might have load bearing calculations for metal square tube columns. Thanks in advance...
 
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The strength of the column is quite dependent on the end conditions, so this really cannot be easily tabulated.
 
Understood. Thank you for the response..
 
Gulfstream550 said:
Summary:: column bearing calculations

Are there any websites that might have load bearing calculations for metal square tube columns. Thanks in advance...
Engineeringtoolbox.com has a lot of info on HSS
 

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