Timber Frame Connection Design
Timber Frame Connection Design
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Anyone have any good references/ computer analysis programs for the analysis and design of Timber Frame Connections. Specifically Mortise and Tenon, Oak Dowels with 1/2 sawn joints, and the like? Looking to create moment resisting timber frame jointery for residences. Thanks in advance for any input.
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering






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I've got a couple of books and the titles elude me... I'll chech when I get home.
Dik
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I try to use a pin joint or three hinged arch - then check it like it was a rigid connection and design something that might work for both because you are in the "tweener" land.
I have talked to a number of timber frame mfg's and they don't seem to know how to do this.
RE: Timber Frame Connection Design
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
RE: Timber Frame Connection Design
RE: Timber Frame Connection Design
RE: Timber Frame Connection Design
I saw an entire article on timberframing connections from an carpenter's perspective in the Wood Design Focus journal. I have since misplaced or thrown the article away, but I'll bet it is in their library: http://www.forestprod.org/agreement.htm). The article was a very interesting as it focused on hand-me down joinery rules from a timberframer from days of old (pre 1930's). I realize you're looking for something a bit more upto date and code compliant, but I would start with the Wood Focus journal editors and work my way down to some timbeframers. These guys are out of Utah and might have some resources for you. They are not engineers, but are experienced timberframers. http://www.euclidtf.com/.