Category:Structural shape

Struc"tur*al shape. (engin. & arch.)

Defn: the shape of a member especially adapted to structural Purposes, esp. in giving the greatest strength with the least Material. Hence, colloq.,

Defn: any steel or iron member of such shape, as channel irons, i Beams, t beams, etc., or, sometimes, a column, girder, etc., built up With such members.