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Title: Mechanical Behavior and Performance Degradation of Structural Cables in Buildings: A Comprehensive Review.
Authors: Chen, Xu1 (AUTHOR), Zhang, Hai1,2 (AUTHOR), Liu, Hongbo3 (AUTHOR), Wang, Jianshuo1,4 (AUTHOR), Zhang, Yutong5 (AUTHOR), Guo, Liulu5,6 (AUTHOR), Chen, Zhihua1,5 (AUTHOR), Kosior-Kazberuk, Marta2,6 (AUTHOR), Krassowska, Julita3,6 (AUTHOR)
Source: Materials (1996-1944). Dec2025, Vol. 18 Issue 24, p5502. 26p.
Subjects: Cable structures, Architectural engineering, Stress relaxation tests, Structural components, Mechanical movements, Corrosion resistance, Deterioration of materials, Durability
Abstract: Owing to their lightness, high strength, flexibility, and design adaptability, cables have been extensively employed in architectural engineering. As cables are primary load-bearing components in long-span spatial structures, a profound understanding of their mechanical behavior is essential for structural design and safety evaluation. This paper presents a systematic review of the physical and mechanical properties of cables commonly used in building structures, offering reference data for key performance indicators. The mechanical responses and influencing factors pertaining to major types of cables—such as semi-parallel wire strand (SPWS), Galfan-coated steel strand (GSS), and full-locked coil wire rope (LCR)—are thoroughly examined. This review covers five critical aspects: fundamental cable characteristics, stress relaxation and creep, mechanical performance under high temperatures, corrosion-induced degradation, and post-fracture behavior after fatigue-induced wire breaks. It identifies key mechanical parameters, including elastic modulus, axial stiffness, bending stiffness, and the coefficient of thermal expansion. The degradation behavior of cables under high-temperature and corrosive conditions is examined, highlighting the superior corrosion resistance of LCR and GSS. Furthermore, the redistribution of stress and residual capacity after the rupturing of steel wires is elucidated. Based on recent studies, prospective directions are suggested to address current knowledge gaps and advance design strategies focused on durability and performance for forthcoming cable-supported structures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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