1. Structural performance evaluation of cold formed steel cantilever beams with varying perforation Patterns.
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Yehia, Mohamed M., Gaawan, Sameh Moustafa, Elwan, Reham, Shahin, Osama R., and El-sayad, Wael Z.
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COLD-formed steel ,CANTILEVERS ,STRUCTURAL engineering ,MATERIALS science ,SUSTAINABLE construction ,CONCRETE beams - Abstract
Cold-formed steel, prized for its affordability and durability, gains enhanced structural performance through perforated patterns on beams. This study explores the impact of perforation on load-carrying capacity and capability-to-weight ratio in cold-formed steel cantilever beams, specifically focusing on "C" sections. Assessing beams of varying lengths under uniform loading, the investigation, employing ABAQUS software, reveals significant load-carrying capability reductions of 35% to 95% for beams subjected to minor-axis bends, depending on hole quantity and placement. The findings stress the imperative precision needed when incorporating perforated sections into load-bearing structural systems. Flange perforations result in substantial drops, up to 90%, in load-carrying capacity, while web holes in beams bent about the major axis cause only minor reductions. This study informs the establishment of innovative design standards for perforated cold-formed steel beams, enhancing efficiency in construction and minimizing environmental impact. The proposed cold-formed steel cantilever beam exhibits a substantial load-bearing capacity of 185.4 kg/KN, surpassing capacities of simply-supported RC beams (119 kg/KN) and fixed beams (165 kg/KN), suggesting its potential advantages in structural applications. Bridging structural engineering and material science, this research pioneers sustainable and cost-effective construction approaches for the future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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