Protected Steel and Composite Connections

2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter Schaumann ◽  
Thomas Kirsch

Actual developments in numerical simulations of the structural behaviour in fire situation are focussed on taking into consideration the interaction of all structural members in a global approach. Therefore it is necessary to simulate the load bearing behaviour of connections. With this motivation, the authors conducted experiments and thermal FE-simulations on two different connection types. In this paper, the accompanying mechanical FE-simulations of both investigated connection types will be described. The joints are defined as an end plate connection in a steel structure and a fin plate connection in a composite structure. Besides the validation of the numerical models, the results of the described investigations show that it is possible to activate a significant moment resistance within fin plate connections of composite structures. The main requirement for this activation is sufficient reinforcement strength.

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.


2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (3.10) ◽  
pp. 54
Author(s):  
T Subramani ◽  
A Periasamy

Composite plays a vital role in replacing the existing mild steel in reinforcement and exterior truss structure. This study proposed to design shear connector for joining concrete slab and steel section. Shear connectors has analyzed and predict the best connector for a particular composite beam with respect to static load and the amount of steel in the connector as a common aspect. The use of composite structures is increasingly present in civil construction works nowadays. Composite beams, especially, are structures which include substances, a metal phase placed in particular inside the tension region and a concrete phase, positioned in the compression go sectional location, both are related with the aid of steel gadgets called shear connectors. The main features of this connector are to permit the weight for the joint the beam-column, to restriction longitudinal slipping and uplifting on the factors interface the shear forces. Our project paper presents 3D numerical models of steel-concrete composite beams to simulate their structural behaviour, with emphasis on the beam column interface using Simulations software ANSYS 18.1 based on the Finite Element Method. Mostly these type of structures are widely used in the dynamic loading structures like bridges and high rise buildings.  


2010 ◽  
Vol 37 (6) ◽  
pp. 907-921 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aaron J. Wang

A three-dimensional (3-D) finite element model is established to predict the structural behaviour of composite end-plate connections with full incorporation of material and geometrical nonlinearities. A two-dimensional (2-D) finite element model is also proposed as a tool for a comprehensive parametric study, analysis, and design. The accuracy of both the models is verified by comparing the numerical results with those from tests and a design model. Various important structural behaviours of composite end-plate connection are also studied through the numerical and analytical simulations. These models are regarded as effective tools for conducting performance-based design of composite connections and semi-continuous beams with reasonable consideration of nonlinear deformation characteristics of both tensile reinforcements and shear connectors.


2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (14) ◽  
pp. 4812 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dongzhuo Zhao ◽  
Zhan Wang ◽  
Jianrong Pan ◽  
Peng Wang

Due to the limitations of processing errors, test conditions and other factors, geometric similarity errors in scale tests of steel structure joints are difficult to avoid, but the research on this error is little known. Based on the similarity theory and the basic idea of the component method, this paper deduces the similar macro conditions of beam–column end-plate connections and derives the main influencing factors of geometric similarity of these types of structures. Aiming at the factor of the thickness of the end-plate, the formation mechanism of the geometrically incomplete similarity error of this type of node was studied. Through the establishment of accurate finite element models for parameterized analysis, the influence of end plate thickness on incomplete similarity error is analyzed. Based on this model and linear regression analysis methods, the prediction formulas of geometric incomplete similarity errors of beam–column end-plate connections have been established, which can significantly reduce similar errors due to end plate thickness. This article aims to propose a method for simulating the distribution of incompletely similar errors and provide a reference for the research of similar problems.


Materials ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 2506 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chao Liu ◽  
Yaoyao Shi

Dimensional control can be a major concern in the processing of composite structures. Compared to numerical models based on finite element methods, the analytical method can provide a faster prediction of process-induced residual stresses and deformations with a certain level of accuracy. It can explain the underlying mechanisms. In this paper, an improved analytical solution is proposed to consider thermo-viscoelastic effects on residual stresses and deformations of flat composite laminates during curing. First, an incremental differential equation is derived to describe the viscoelastic behavior of composite materials during curing. Afterward, the analytical solution is developed to solve the differential equation by assuming the solution at the current time, which is a linear combination of the corresponding Laplace equation solutions of all time. Moreover, the analytical solution is extended to investigate cure behavior of multilayer composite laminates during manufacturing. Good agreement between the analytical solution results and the experimental and finite element analysis (FEA) results validates the accuracy and effectiveness of the proposed method. Furthermore, the mechanism generating residual stresses and deformations for unsymmetrical composite laminates is investigated based on the proposed analytical solution.


2011 ◽  
Vol 71-78 ◽  
pp. 3729-3732
Author(s):  
Ming Zhou ◽  
Zhi Guo Xie ◽  
Xin Tang Wang

The computational model of numerical analysis of a suspended pre-stressed steel reticulated shell subjected to fire load is established with using the software Marc. Based on the model presented here, numerical analysis of thermal response and structural response of the pre-stressed steel structure are computed. The different space height and different rise-span ratio are considered for analysis of response temperature, displacements and stresses of the pre-stressed lattice shell under fire for one fire source. It is also shown that displacement of the node right above the inner cable is the maximum among the four nodes presented here as the fire source is located at the position right below the second-ring cable of the structure. It is concluded that the influence degree of space height of the structure on the fire response of the structure is not great, but rise-span ratio has obvious and great effect on displacements and stresses of the pre-stressed steel structure with large span in fire.


2000 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-130 ◽  
Author(s):  
A.M Sanad ◽  
S Lamont ◽  
A.S Usmani ◽  
J.M Rotter
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1995 ◽  
Vol 38 (5-6) ◽  
Author(s):  
G. Croci ◽  
D. D'Ayala ◽  
R. Liburdi

The present work aimed to outline the need to investigate different fields of research to interpret the structural behaviour of a monument as complex as the Colosseum. It is shown how defining the numerical models first. then refining them, followed by interpretation of results. is strictly linked with the inforination gathered from historical records and observation of the ~nonumenta s it is today. The study is confined to the area of the Valadier abutment. analysing its state and its seismic behaviour before and after the XIX century restoration using different ilumerical tools, from the elastic modal analysis to the non linear step by step time history direct integration. The procedure comparati\ely evaluates the reliability in the interpretation of the results and identifies future lines or research.


2020 ◽  
Vol 221 ◽  
pp. 111058 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio Bilotta ◽  
Alberto Compagnone ◽  
Laura Esposito ◽  
Emidio Nigro

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