TORSIONAL BEHAVIOR OF RECTANGULAR BEAMS: A THEORETICAL AND LITERATURE-BASED REVIEW OF STRUCTURAL IMPLICATIONS
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v4.i1.2023.5085Keywords:
Torsional Behaviour, Civil Engineering, Concrete, Infrastructure, Geometry, StructureAbstract [English]
The torsional behavior of rectangular beams has been widely investigated in structural and mechanical engineering due to their practical relevance in buildings, bridges, and mechanical systems. This paper presents a theoretical overview of the torsional response of rectangular cross-section beams, emphasizing how variations in geometry affect stiffness, warping, and stress development. Drawing on established research, it explores classical and modern understandings of torsion in non-circular sections. A synthesis of past findings reveals consistent challenges in modeling warping and identifies optimal aspect ratios for efficient torsional resistance.
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