Research and Applications in Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation – Zingoni (Ed.)
© 2013 Taylor & Francis Group, London, ISBN 978-1-138-00061-2
Finite element modeling of CHS T-joints strengthened
using through bolts
M.A. Mohamed
Structural Engineering Department, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
A.A. Shaat
German University in Cairo, Ain Shams University, Egypt
E.Y. Sayed-Ahmed
American University in Cairo, Ain Shams University, Egypt
ABSTRACT: Increasing the joint capacity of tubular structures has always been a challenge for designers
because of their closed nature. This paper investigates a new technique for strengthening the circular chord at
the T-joint location against ovalization when subjected to brace member compression loads. ...