Specification for Structural Steel Buildings

A consensus document approved by the American Institute of Steel Construction that supersedes earlier versions. This comprehensive engineering specification establishes uniform design criteria for structural steel-framed buildings, addressing general provisions, material requirements, and various structural limit states. It details design strengths for members under tension, compression, flexure, shear, and combined forces, including specialized sections for composite members and hollow structural section (HSS) connections. Furthermore, the document includes appendices covering advanced topics such as stability analysis methods, design for fire conditions, fatigue resistance, and serviceability limits like deflection and vibration.