steel connection question
steel connection question
(OP)
Hello, Id like to know how do you model this connection? I hate hollow sections (RHS) models since im always having trouble designing them.
Im thinking about simply supported beam - pinned connetion since bolts are pretty close together and its gonna be hard for moment resisting model to actually develop.
But how do you design connection like this? I was thinking about control of shear bearing of the bolts?
Are there any other important controls for this connection?

Im thinking about simply supported beam - pinned connetion since bolts are pretty close together and its gonna be hard for moment resisting model to actually develop.
But how do you design connection like this? I was thinking about control of shear bearing of the bolts?
Are there any other important controls for this connection?







RE: steel connection question
I like to debate structural engineering theory -- a lot. If I challenge you on something, know that I'm doing so because I respect your opinion enough to either change it or adopt it.
RE: steel connection question
Member = OK
Member welded to plate = OK
Plate spanning to Bolts = OK
Plate Bearing on Bolts = OK
Plate Rupture = OK
Plate etc...
Bolts in shear/double = OK
Bolt Bearing on HSS = OK
HSS Wall Checks (yield, shear, ... ) these are the more complicated and are dependent on the shapes you select.
This is where i would start and then you will get a handle on things pretty quickly and realize what is going on. both your photos show lightly loaded connections so most of those checks are not important (engineering judgement :) )
RE: steel connection question
I don't do glazing design much but I would approach it by finding your fastener capacity into the supporting material. For the top photo,flush-mounted, Split the shear evenly in the number of fasteners. Pinned supports.