Actual Unbraced Length in Allowable Stress Design Formulas

Actual Unbraced Length is the distance between ends of a structural member (such as a column) which are prevented from moving normal to the axis of the member, by bracing, by floor slabs, etc. And is denoted by l'. Actual Unbraced Length is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Actual Unbraced Length is always positive.

Allowable Stress Design formulas that make use of Actual Unbraced Length

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FAQ

What is the Actual Unbraced Length?

Actual Unbraced Length is the distance between ends of a structural member (such as a column) which are prevented from moving normal to the axis of the member, by bracing, by floor slabs, etc. Actual Unbraced Length is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Actual Unbraced Length is always positive.

Can the Actual Unbraced Length be negative?

No, the Actual Unbraced Length, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Actual Unbraced Length?

Actual Unbraced Length is usually measured using the Millimeter[mm] for Length. Meter[mm], Kilometer[mm], Decimeter[mm] are the few other units in which Actual Unbraced Length can be measured.

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