Component Characterization of T-plug Bending Around Weak Axis: Experiment design and numerical study of a new type plug-and-play joint

Explicit rules for safety verification of open cold-formed lightweight beam-to-tubular column joints are missing in the current EC3-1-8. By developing economical detailing, with design guidance based on Eurocodes, the market share for new buildings, renovation and for additional storeys on existing buildings will increase. Within the...

Validation of the Calculation Models and Design Tools for Steel Beam-Column Joints by Experiments and FEA

New technologies (like 3D printing) and the increasing use of no conventional materials (like Fiber Reinforcement Polymer - FRP) are changing the construction industry. More effective and efficient structures are needed in order to achieve sustainable projects. Steel construction industry is not outside this modifications and advances. To keep...

Calculation Methods for Steel Joints: Comparative Study of European Design Regulations and Partial Finite Element Analyses

Traditionally, steel joints are calculated by the calculation rules described in the Eurocode 3: NEN-EN 1993-1-8. Effective lengths are important parameters to determine the different resistances of the components in the steel joint. Finite Element Analyses (FEA)...