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Structural glossary
Compression
A force squeezing a material or element together.
Technical context
Columns often carry compression. In addition to material strength, buckling may govern, depending on length and restraint.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, steel structures. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: A steel beam for a load-bearing wall.
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