Strength of Column in Load Factor Design (LFD) Formulas

Strength of Column is the maximum load that a column can hold before failing. And is denoted by P_u. Strength of Column is usually measured using the Kilonewton for Force. Note that the value of Strength of Column is always positive.

Formulas to find Strength of Column in Load Factor Design (LFD)

fxMaximum Strength for Compression MembersGo

Load Factor Design (LFD) formulas that make use of Strength of Column

fxColumn Gross Effective Area given Maximum StrengthGo

fxBuckling Stress given Maximum StrengthGo

List of variables in Load Factor Design (LFD) formulas

fx Gross Effective Area of Column Go

fx Buckling Stress Go

FAQ

What is the Strength of Column?

Strength of Column is the maximum load that a column can hold before failing. Strength of Column is usually measured using the Kilonewton for Force. Note that the value of Strength of Column is always positive.

Can the Strength of Column be negative?

No, the Strength of Column, measured in Force cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Strength of Column?

Strength of Column is usually measured using the Kilonewton[kN] for Force. Newton[kN], Exanewton[kN], Meganewton[kN] are the few other units in which Strength of Column can be measured.

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