Structural Design Against Defection – Tianjian Ji

Deflection is a major consideration in the design of structures. Buildings have
become taller, bridges longer and floors wider, and these all involve the control
of the structural deflection. Designing structures against deflection is not only
concerned with serviceability and stiffness, but is also related to safety, such
as failure due to buckling or excessive stress, efficiency and even the elegance
of structures. Therefore, it is necessary to take a holistic approach to examine
this topic.

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