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What are Structural Elements?
Structural elements are indivisible pieces that combine to form a larger structure. They are considered indivisible as they serve as the basic foundation for all structures, and there are no components or features that could be simplified further [1]. Structural elements are used to split a building or construct into multiple smaller pieces to make analysis easier. There are five primary structural elements: ties, struts, beams, columns, and diaphragms [2]. Structural elements can be combined to create much more complex structural systems, these systems can describe buildings, bridges, or any architectural construction.
Basic Structural Elements [2]
Properties of Various Beams
Beams come in various different cross sections based on the requirements in that scenario.