Which buckling effect arises when a steel I-beam undergoes unequal flange loading during elevated temperatures?

💡 Explanation

Unequal flange temperatures cause varying thermal expansion that promotes lateral movement and twisting. This is because thermal gradients increase a steel beam's susceptibility to lateral torsional buckling, therefore leading to instability rather than web crippling under concentrated loads.

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