it is now possible to markedly reduce the uncertainty and empiricism in steel column design for the majority of columns used in building construction. Unfortunately, the author's paper does not take full advantage of this potential. It is to be hoped that revision in steel design specifications will go forward and make use of the new knowledge that is currently available.
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