Design of slotted light gauge studs

摘要

The strength of slotted light-gauge steel studs loaded in bending and compression depends on the stiffness and strength of the perforated web. Shear deformations of the slotted web increase the stresses in the flanges, thus reducing the axial and bending resistance. A design method of simple supported and continuous studs is presented taking into account deformation of the web, deformation of fasteners in plasterboard, local buckling of flanges and webs. One or both flanges may be supported by plasterboard.