Lateral bracing systems in high rise steel frames
Date
1974-06
Authors
Brooks, Thomas E., author
Civil Engineering Department, Colorado State University, publisher
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Abstract
This thesis describes a study of lateral bracing systems in moderately sized steel frames. The objective of the study is to investigate the performance and economy of nine different bracing systems in a specified plane frame. An automated design program, which is described in two appendices, is used to size the members in the frames. The results show the relative economy and performance of the various bracing systems. Results concerning stiffening of frames to reduce wind drift, portal and cantilever approximate analysis methods and bracing performance during gravity loading are also presented and discussed.
Description
Includes bibliographical references.
Rights Access
Subject
Building, Iron and steel
Strength of materials