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...