Thanks to a number of key innovations, steel is playing a greater role in residential high-rises, senior and student housing, and taller mixed-use developments, says architect Jayshree Shah, AIA, ...

In a changing world, it is critical to consider both sustainability and resilience when selecting structural materials. Stainless steel’s inherent corrosion resistance, high recycled content, ability ...

Stainless steel remains at the forefront of modern structural engineering due to its superior corrosion resistance, ductility and aesthetic qualities. Recent strides in design and analysis have ...

This course provides an overview of structural steel deck design and the ways to improve building performance and to reduce total-project costs. Key areas of discussion include deck types, terminology ...

Metalworkers and metallurgists have long appreciated the ability to tailor the performance characteristics of steel (an alloy of iron and carbon), including their strength, hardness, ductility and ...

As pressure has mounted for cost-effective transmission solutions, guyed steel structures have become a desirable option for those seeking to minimize cost while satisfying performance requirements.

For over a century, wood pole structures have been used to support overhead powerlines. Over time, as the utility industry expanded, the basic wood pole structure has evolved, but regardless of ...

Structural steel is a common choice for many industries, including concrete, buildings, architecture, construction, and infrastructure. Corrosion can cause safety issues like instability and other ...