<ul><li>Bracing systems are essential for lateral load resistance in steel structures due to earthquake or wind forces.</li><li>Beams and columns are designed for vertical loads, while bracings reduce lateral deflection.</li><li>Two main types of bracing systems are horizontal and vertical bracing.</li><li>Horizontal bracing transfers horizontal loads from perimeter columns to planes of vertical bracing.</li><li>There are two major types of horizontal bracing: diaphragms and discrete triangulated bracing.</li><li>Vertical bracing is placed between column lines to transfer horizontal forces to ground level and withstand sway of overall building.</li><li>There are two subtypes of vertical bracing: cross bracing for tension and single diagonal bracing for both tension and compression.</li><li>Bracing reduces lateral displacement and helps resist buckling of main beams.</li><li>Bracing frames are more resistant to high-speed winds and seismic forces than non-braced buildings.</li><li>Disadvantages of bracing systems include restricted span length and required skilled workmanship.</li></ul>

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