Steel column base connections represent a critical aspect of modern structural engineering, particularly in seismic regions where the integrity and ductility of these joints can determine overall ...

Metal building system builders have an option to use straight columns or tapered columns to hold up the structure. In many metal building applications, straight columns may have more steel than they ...

New research shows steel I- and T-sections inside concrete beams can offset shear loss from web openings—enhancing safety in ...