Research Article
Jul 1974
Brittle Failure of Steel Stack
Authors: Max Zar, F.ASCE, and Andrew Morcos, M.ASCEAuthor Affiliations
Abstract
Causes of brittle fracture of brick lined steel stack are examined. Recommendations to avoid such fracture are presented. It is shown that failure of such stack can occur in very cold weather if the stack is off the line. As the steel tends to contract, it is restrained by the brick lining which has a lower coefficient of thermal expansion. If the steel is below its transition temperature, the stresses induced by this restraint can cause brittle fracture. Additional stress sources such as static and dynamic wind dead load and initial stresses are also covered.
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Journal of the Power Division
Volume 100 • Issue 1 • July 1974
Pages: 33 - 42
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© 1974 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Jul 1974
Published online: Feb 11, 2021
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Max Zar, F.ASCE
Partner and Mgr., Struct. Dept., Sargent & Lundy Engrs., Chicago, Ill.
Andrew Morcos, M.ASCE
Project Engr., Struct. Dept., Sargent & Lundy Engrs., Chicago, Ill.
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