Double Angle Bracing Members

by Murray C. Temple, Univ of Windsor, Canada,



Document Type: Proceeding Paper

Part of: Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (ACI 530-88/ASCE 5-88) and Specifications for Masonry Structures (ACI 530.1-88/ASCE 6-88) (ACI 530.1-88/ASCE 6-88)

Abstract:

It has been pointed out that when a single line of bracing is used, the member is usually made from structural tubing. It has been suggested that when the loads are not too great, consideration should be given to the use of double angles. The reasons for using these members include convenience, ease of construction, availability of material, etc. The compressive load carrying capacity of each of the three types of double angles have been outlined. The interconnection requirements were also given for the double angles.

Subject Headings: Steel structures | Bracing | Steel frames | Load factors | Structural design | Load bearing capacity | Construction materials

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