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N om + p EI2
2
(k el)
where ke is the member effective length factor, determined in accordance with Clause 4.6.3 and l is
the member length from centre to centre of its intersections with supporting members.
4.6.3 Member effective length factor
4.6.3.1 General The value of the member effective length factor (ke) depends on the rotational
restraints and the translational restraints at the ends of the member. In Figure 4.6.3.3(a) for a braced
member, the translational restraint has been assumed to be infinite. In Figure 4.6.3.3(b) for a sway
member, the translational restraint has been assumed to be zero.
The value of the member effective length factor (ke) shall be determined in accordance with the
following:
(a) Clause 4.6.3.2 for members with idealized end restraints.
(b) Clause 4.6.3.3 or Appendix G for braced members in frames.
(c) Clause 4.6.3.3 for sway members in rectangular frames with regular loading and negligible
axial forces in the beams.
(d) Clause 4.6.3.5 for members in triangulated structures.
4.6.3.2 Members with idealized end restraints Values of the member effective length factor (ke)
which shall be used for some idealized conditions of end restraint for members are given in
Figure 4.6.3.2.
Buckled
shape
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41 AS 4100—1998
4.6.3.3 Members in frames For a compression member which forms part of a rigid-jointed frame,
the member effective length factor (ke) shall be obtained from Figure 4.6.3.3(a) for a braced member
and from Figure 4.6.3.3(b) for a sway member. In these figures, g1 and g2 are the ratios of the
compression member stiffness to the end restraint stiffnesses. The g-values shall be determined in
accordance with Clause 4.6.3.4 or Appendix G, as appropriate.
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