Analytical Model for Eight-Bolt Rectangular Hollow Section Bolted Moment End Plate Connections

Author(s):  
A WHEELER ◽  
M CLARKE ◽  
G HANCOCK
2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 177-186 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maël Couchaux ◽  
Mario D’Aniello ◽  
Lucia Falciano ◽  
Beatrice Faggiano ◽  
Mohammed Hjiaj ◽  
...  

Background: Bolted end-plate connections represent the simplest and cheapest way to connect tubular members. EN1993:1-8 provides the general rules based on component method. However, in the case of splices with tubular members the proper definition of the effective length around corner bolts is not clearly addressed. Objective: The objective of the study is to investigate the accuracy and the effectiveness of the existing analytical predictions to estimate the tensile resistance of end-plate connections with tubular members where corner bolts are adopted. Method: Parametric finite element analyses were carried out to investigate the tensile strength of connections of both square and rectangular hollow sections. Results: The tension resistance is largely influenced by the corner bolts. Indeed, the connections with corner bolts exhibit larger resistance that increases when the bolts are closer to the corner of the tubular member. However, reducing the distance between the bolt and the wall of the tubular section can affect the splice ductility. Conclusion: • The method proposed Steige and Weynand to calculate the tension resistance of connections with bolts distributed on all sides of the splice is consistent with EN 1993-1-8. • The finite element simulations showed that the corner bolts can increase the resistance of the connection. In addition, the bolt layout can be optimised by placing the bolts as close to the hollow section as possible.


1996 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 277-286 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Mourad ◽  
R. M. Korol ◽  
A. Ghobarah

Extended end-plate connections have been widely used in moment-resisting steel frames with W-shape columns, due to their sufficient stiffness and moment capacity. In addition, such connections are easy to install and permit good quality control. Extended end-plate connections can also be employed in moment-resisting frames with hollow structural section columns by using high strength blind bolts. These bolts have been developed for installation from one side only where the rear side of the connection is inaccessible. In this study, a quantitative procedure for detailing and designing beam extended end-plate connections for rectangular hollow structural section columns using high strength blind bolts is proposed. The design procedure is consistent with the design philosophy given in limit-state codes. The proposed design is based on the results obtained from an experimental program and an analytical study. Key words: design, end plate, connection, hollow section, blind bolts, steel, frame.


2012 ◽  
Vol 193-194 ◽  
pp. 1405-1413 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhu Ling Yan ◽  
Bao Long Cui ◽  
Ke Zhang

This paper conducts analysis on beam-column extended end-plate semi-rigid connection joint concerning monotonic loading and cyclic loading of finite element through ANSYS program, mainly discussed the influence of parameters such as the form of end plate stiffening rib on anti-seismic performance of joint.


2013 ◽  
Vol 90 ◽  
pp. 140-152 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meng Wang ◽  
Yongjiu Shi ◽  
Yuanqing Wang ◽  
Gang Shi

2018 ◽  
Vol 763 ◽  
pp. 818-825 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roberto Tartaglia ◽  
Mario D'Aniello ◽  
Gian Andrea Rassati ◽  
James A. Swanson ◽  
Raffaele Landolfo

Extended stiffened end-plate connections are widely used in seismic area due to their good performance in terms of both resistance and ductility. The most of existing studies focused on the all-steel behavior of these joints, disregarding the composite action of the concrete slab that is generally disconnected. However, the presence of the concrete slab can have beneficial effects on the structural stiffness for both gravity and lateral loads. Hence, most of the building frames are usually designed considering steel-concrete composite solution. However, the slab can strongly influence the hierarchy between beam and column and the ductility of the joint. In this paper the influence of composite deck on the response of extended stiffened end-plate joins has been investigated by means of finite element analyses (FEAs). In particular, the following details have been investigated: (i) all steel joints without slab; (ii) steel joint with disconnected slab; (iii) composite joint.


2010 ◽  
Vol 163-167 ◽  
pp. 591-595
Author(s):  
Jing Feng Wang ◽  
Xin Yi Chen ◽  
Lin Hai Han

This paper studies structural behaviour of the blind bolted connections to concrete-filled steel tubular columns by a serial of experimental programs, which conducted involving eight sub-assemblages of cruciform beam-to-column joints subjected to monotonic loading and cyclic loading. The moment-rotation hysteretic relationships and failure models of the end plate connections have been measured and analyzed. A simplified analysis model for the blind bolted connections is proposed based on the component method. It is concluded that the blind bolted end plate connection has reasonable strength and stiffness, whilst the rotation capacity of the connection satisfies the ductility requirements for earthquake-resistance in most aseismic regions. This typed joint has excellent seismic performance, so it can be used in the moment-resisting composite frame.


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