WF-WF lateral connection
WF-WF lateral connection
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2 W18s, 2'-4" apart. I need to connect the two together to transfer shear from one to the other but the connection needs to allow for vertical movement.
I was thinking of using 2 bent plates, one welded to each WF. Then I would connect the legs of bent plates with A325-N bolts with one leg having a vertical slot allowing for movement. And this is where I have a concern as I am not sure that simply putting a vertical slot will allow for vertical movement. I am confused.
I was thinking of using 2 bent plates, one welded to each WF. Then I would connect the legs of bent plates with A325-N bolts with one leg having a vertical slot allowing for movement. And this is where I have a concern as I am not sure that simply putting a vertical slot will allow for vertical movement. I am confused.






RE: WF-WF lateral connection
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RE: WF-WF lateral connection
The whole idea of transferring vertical shear in this situation seems wrong. Or are you talking about horizontal shear?
Perhaps a sketch would clarify what you are trying to accomplish.
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see attached if not clear what I mean.
RE: WF-WF lateral connection
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