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What does Camber size and Number of studs mean / do?

EdwinG — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 15:22:16 GMT

Hi,

I try to figure out what the meaning is of the parameters

Camber size
Number of studs

by structural (steel) beams

what does it do and how to use this ?

thnxs

Re: What does Camber size and Number of studs mean / do?

twebb4CYQY — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 16:00:21 GMT

Camber is a predetermined amount of deflection created in the beam during fabrication which will counteract bending deflection when loaded during construction / building lifetime.

Studs, refers to Nelson studs, added to the top of the beam which provide extra shear in concrete topped decks.

Re: What does Camber size and Number of studs mean / do?

EdwinG — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 16:57:04 GMT

so its only for calculation purposes.

thnx