Design of Steel Structures
In a gusseted base, when the end of the column is machined for complete bearing on the base plate, then the axial load is assumed to be transferred to base plate_____.
- A. Fully by direct bearing
- B. Fully through fastenings
- C. 50% by direct bearing and 50% through fastenings
- D. 75% by direct bearing and 25% through fastenings