Basic of steel structures

1. What is structural steel design?

Ans-Structural steel design is an area of knowledge of structural engineering used

to design steel structures. The structures can range from schools to homes to
bridges. The second is the load and resistance factor design (LRFD) method.

2.What are the mechanical properties of structural steel?

Ans-Resistance to deformation based upon:

 Material
 Length
 X-section

3. Explain the design process of structural steel?

Ans-Design process

 Preliminary member sizing of beams

 Structural analysis- modeling, analysis
 Design review- member modifications
 Cost of estimations
 Preparation of structural drawings and specifications
 Load of structural analysis and design
 Dead load.
 Live load
 Mean return period OR
 Recurrence interval OR
 Live loads for various occupancies
 Reduction in basic design live load
 Impact load
 Wind load

4.Describe the steps used for erection of structural steel.

Ans-

 Material received at site

 Concrete bases and anchor bolts
 Shims
 Pre assembly at ground level
 Main construction steel erection (dimension bolt)
 Tightening for anchor bolt
 Alignment for structural steel
 Tightening for anchor bolts
 Grouting
 Complete structural steel erection (secondary beams, bracing)
 Calibration of wrench and device
 Modification during and after erection includes cutting