The Plymouth Student Scientist
Document Type
Engineering, Computing and Mathematics Article
Abstract
This project investigates the effect of local imperfections on RHS truss members at elevated temperatures. The specific model used represents a realistic example of a RHS practical application and shows that local imperfections can have a detrimental effect on overall compressive resistance. Modelling showed that above 400C, a member with a local imperfection will experience global buckling and failure significantly quicker than a member without. In consequence, this paper concludes that all slender RHS members that are defined as a key element should be given suitable fire protection.
Publication Date
2019-07-24
Publication Title
The Plymouth Student Scientist
Volume
12
Issue
1
First Page
187
Last Page
206
ISSN
1754-2383
Deposit Date
2019-07-24
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Recommended Citation
Bailey, Luke
(2019)
"Fire safety of rectangular hollow section (RHS) truss members with local imperfections,"
The Plymouth Student Scientist: Vol. 12:
Iss.
1, Article 8.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.24382/8rrr-b237
Available at:
https://pearl.plymouth.ac.uk/tpss/vol12/iss1/8
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