Theory of Structures - Engineering

Q1:

In case of a simply supported I-section beam of span L and loaded with a central load W, the length of elasto-plastic zone of the plastic hinge, is

A

B

C

D

E none of these.

ANS:D -

For the I section it may vary;
If you take shape factor 1.2,
It comes out to be L/6,
Lp= L(1-1/S).