Improved details for fire-induced steel single plate shear connections

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Abstract

The objective of this paper is to identify cost-effective improved modification details for single plate (i.e., shear tab or fin plate) shear connections in a fire. Using ABAQUS, we developed a finite element model of a single plate connection that was tested full scale in Cardington. We modified several connection details to find modifications that led to increased strength and/or ductility, where an increase in either one also meant an increase in fire resistance time. The results illustrate some simple modifications to the connection design that improve the connection's fire performance.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationStructures in Fire - Proceedings of the Sixth International Conference, SiF'10
Pages621-628
Number of pages8
StatePublished - 2010
Event6th International Conference on Structures in Fire, SiF'10 - East Lansing, MI, United States
Duration: Jun 2 2010Jun 4 2010

Publication series

NameStructures in Fire - Proceedings of the Sixth International Conference, SiF'10

Other

Other6th International Conference on Structures in Fire, SiF'10
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityEast Lansing, MI
Period6/2/106/4/10

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
  • Building and Construction

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