This equation calculates the lateral-torsional buckling modification factor for non-uniform moment diagrams.
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Cb |
Lateral-torsional buckling modification factor for non-uniform moment diagrams |
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Mmax |
Absolute value of the maximum moment in the unbraced segment |
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MA |
Absolute value of the moment at the quarter point of the unbraced segment |
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MB |
Absolute value of the moment at the centerline of the unbraced segment |
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MC |
Absolute value of the moment at the three-quarter point of the unbraced segment |