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The C1 Factor: Free Capacity in LTB Checks
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The C1 Factor: Free Capacity in LTB Checks

A beam under uniform moment is the worst case for lateral-torsional buckling, yet many checks assume it for every beam. The C1 factor accounts for the real moment shape, and using it is often the difference between a pass and a heavier section.

Kenji Watanabe · 26 Sept