I’m helping to design a project that is most of HSS tube, 2x2, 4x4, and 8x2. I like using HSS for its ease of use and construction. I have one situation that I need help in determining a solution.
The design has 96 pieces per structure of 2x2x1/8 that will be left open at each end. 315...
In an attempt to create a box section, AASHTO Category E, with a required CJP at all locations due to large tensile stresses and stress reversals, we have run into a constructability issue. On another thread, there is a discussion of a one-sided weld and issues presented by this procedure. The...
