The section shown carries a total service tension load of 15708 kN with a dead to live load ratio of 2:3. If the tension member has a length of 3 meters and A36 steel, determine the following: a. The effective net area b. The LRFD design strength c. The ASD design strength d. Is the section adequate?

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The section shown carries a total service tension load of 15708 kN with a dead to live load ratio of 2:3. If the tension member has a length of 3 meters and A36 steel, determine the following:

a. The effective net area

b. The LRFD design strength

c. The ASD design strength

d. Is the section adequate?

Note that the bolt diameter is 28 mm.

section: W40x244

g1=150

g2=100

s1=125

s2=100

s3=150

 
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