Chapter 2: Axial Load

Chapter overview

This chapter deals with the deformation of axially loaded members (i.e. loading in normal direction). We’ll be looking at:

• C2.1 Elastic Deformation - quantifying the degree of deformation
• C2.2 Statically Indeterminate Analysis - when members are “overly” supported, and standard equations if equilibrium is insufficient
• C2.3 Thermal Deformation - deformation due to changes in temperature