I and H beams are types of steel beams used in construction and engineering. They are named based on their shape, with the “I” beam having a cross-section resembling the letter “I” and the “H” beam having a cross-section resembling the letter “H”
I beams are typically used for vertical load-bearing applications, such as in building frames and bridges. They are designed to resist bending and shearing forces and are often used in applications where the span of the beam is large. I beams are available in a range of sizes, with varying dimensions and load-bearing capacities.
H beams are similar in function to I beams yet it is tougher and withstands greater loads and are typically used for horizontal load-bearing applications. H beams are designed to resist bending and torsional forces and are often used in applications where the length of the beam is greater than its height. Like I beam, H beams are available in a range of sizes with varying dimensions and load-bearing capacities.