Beam loads refer to the various forces acting on a beam that it needs to withstand. These forces generate internal stresses, mainly appearing as shear forces and bending moments. The main role of beams is to support these loads and distribute them sideways to structural supports such as columns, walls, or foundations. Types of loads…
Structural steel forms the backbone of contemporary infrastructure. Far from being a uniform material, its real advantage comes from its adaptability, made possible by a wide variety of standardized forms. It is produced and shaped specifically for construction purposes, with its chemical makeup and physical characteristics strictly governed by industry codes to ensure consistency, durability,…
High-carbon steel is a strong, durable material that plays a crucial role in engineering and manufacturing. As a key type of carbon steel, its higher carbon content gives it exceptional hardness and wear resistance. This guide explores its core properties, common grades, and major applications. It contains 0.60% to 1.70% carbon by weight, giving it…
A steel angle is a structural steel product with an L-shaped cross-section. Its simple geometry provides exceptional strength and rigidity relative to its weight. This product is one of the most common types of shapes used in construction and manufacturing. The terms angle iron, shape angle, and steel angle are often used interchangeably to describe…
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