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Beams: Flexure - Theory & Concepts - Beam L T B Curve

Analysis and design of steel beams for flexural strength, focusing on moment capacity, compactness, biaxial bending, and lateral-torsional buckling.

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Beam Flexural Strength (M_n) vs. Unbraced Length (L_b)

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Beam Parameters (W18x35 approx):

  • L_p (Plastic Limit): 4.31 ft
  • L_r (Inelastic Limit): 13.5 ft
  • M_p (Plastic Capacity): 277.1 k-ft

Current State:

  • Unbraced Length: 10 ft
  • Zone: Zone 2 (Inelastic LTB)
  • Nominal Strength (M_n): 209.5 k-ft