Cyclic performance of steel beam-column moment joints
Journal
Engineering Structures
Journal Volume
17
Journal Issue
8
Pages
596-602
Date Issued
1995
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Abstract
The performance of ten seismic beam-to-column moment connection specimens using bolted web-welded flanges (BWWF) detail is critically assessed. Key parameters include: beam flange to entire section plastic modulus ratio, ZF Z, supplemental web bolts, supplemental web welds and column panel zone strength. It was found that the cyclic plastic rotational capacities of the BWWF connections ranged between 0.009 and 0.018 rad, and did not indicate apparent relationships with respect to the beam section modulus ratios. The ultimate beam flange flexural strength, ZFFu, well predicted the ultimate moment capacities of BWWF connections. Using the proposed strength criterion, the supplemental web welds, but not the supplemental web bolts, significantly enhance the strength, ductility and energy absorbing capacity of the BWWF connections. © 1995.
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journal article