Allowable Strength Design of Mining Structures
Publication: Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction
Volume 21, Issue 2
Abstract
This paper reviews the basic differences between allowable strength design (ASD) and LRFD and the suitability of each methodology for the design of structures in the mining industry. The reasons the LRFD approach is of limited use for this industry are discussed. The LRFD method, as formulated in current codes, would need extensive and complex reformulation to be of general use for mining structures. The ASD method offers a rational straightforward way to design structures. Safety and design criteria for the ASD methodology are presented for various types of mining structures.
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Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction
Volume 21 • Issue 2 • May 2016
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© 2015 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Received: Jul 27, 2015
Accepted: Sep 10, 2015
Published online: Dec 17, 2015
Published in print: May 1, 2016
Discussion open until: May 17, 2016
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