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What is the difference between working stress method and limit state method in the design of beams, slabs, columns, and footing with examples that are easy to understand?
I have a question about the difference between working stress method and limit state method in the design of beams, slabs, columns, and footing. Can you explain it to me with some easy-to-understand examples?
Sure! Working stress method is a traditional method of design which assumes a linear stress-strain relationship for concrete and steel. On the other hand, limit state method is a modern method of design that considers both the ultimate limit state and the serviceability limit state of the structure.