Strength reduction for Crimped Pipe connection?
Strength reduction for Crimped Pipe connection?
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I'm analyzing an existing structure. The engineer used pipe sections for horizontal bracing. The ends of the pipes are crimped flat and bolted to the main structural members.
Is the pipe section reduced in strength? Effectively, it seems to me, the Sx at the flat section is the same as two pieces of flat strap.
I appreciate any insight on this, or any other considerations I might be overlooking.
Thanks, DD
Is the pipe section reduced in strength? Effectively, it seems to me, the Sx at the flat section is the same as two pieces of flat strap.
I appreciate any insight on this, or any other considerations I might be overlooking.
Thanks, DD






RE: Strength reduction for Crimped Pipe connection?
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About your question proper; there has been alot of research into this field. I'm not very familiar with it personally, but have a coleague who is. I believe there's a good book on the design of these connections out of Europe. I'll make some inquiries around the office for you...
B.Eng (Carleton)
Working in New Zealand, thinking of my snow covered home...
RE: Strength reduction for Crimped Pipe connection?
RE: Strength reduction for Crimped Pipe connection?
JStephen - I believe you are correct, these members are horizontal only and other loads are transferred by extensive cable bracing.
Thanks!
RE: Strength reduction for Crimped Pipe connection?
RE: Strength reduction for Crimped Pipe connection?
Thanks UcfSE, that's the common sense I didn't want to simply accept before I had asked some questions.
I will analyze as pinned and design for max moment at center span.
-DairyDesigner
RE: Strength reduction for Crimped Pipe connection?
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