Difference between WSD and USD design Continue Reading Difference between WSD and USD design

WSD- WORKING STRESS DESIGN: Stress condition of structural member under working load is given attention. Full strength of material is not utilizd and is reduced by a factor. Stresses calculated are within the elastic limit. Is less economical than USD. USD- ULTIMATE STRESS DESIGN: Focuses on the strength capacity of the members at conditions corresponds to failure. Material properties are assessed and used in design. Loads are multiplied by a factor. More economical