Frames are characterized by __________ resisting members at some or all the joints.

Explanation:

Frames

Frame structures are the structures having the combination of beam, column, and slab to resist the lateral and gravity loads.

Note:

These structures are usually used to overcome the large moments developing due to the applied loading.

Classification

Frames are classified as:

1. Sway or Non-Sway

A sway frame allows a lateral or sideward movement, while a non-sway frame does not allow movement in the horizontal direction. The lateral movement of the sway frames is accounted for in their analysis.

2. Rigid or Flexible

The joints of rigid frames are fixed, whereas those of flexible frames are movable.