Abstract: This paper aims to clarify the intricacies of spatial rotation kinematics as applied to three-dimensional (3D) stability analysis of metal framed structures with minimal mathematical abstraction. In particular, it discusses ...

Abstract: Based on the authors’ recent findings regarding the Whitmore section and the block shear criteria for determining the ultimate tension resistance of a structural steel-bolted gusset plate, a design equation for determining ...

Abstract: The capacity deterioration of structures over time may impair their seismic structural reliability significantly, and, thus, they should be taken into account when assessing their seismic performance. In this study, a ...

Abstract: This paper examines the accuracy of design equations specified in the North American, European, and Australasian codes for cold-formed steel structures in determining the ultimate tilt-bearing capacity of single-shear ...

Abstract: This study is concerned with the strength limit state of serial bolted connections in structural steel plates. It points out that the ultimate load capacity of a serial bolted connection failing in combined bearing and ...

Abstract: This paper points out that, in practice, the two connected ends of an angle brace or bracket may be bolted at different legs due to constructional constraints. However, no design equation for determining the net section ...

Abstract: Based on the previous research results of the authors, this paper presents an accurate and consistent equation for determining the ultimate shear-out capacity of a structural steel bolted connection. The equation is verified ...

Abstract: This paper proposes a new welding-based solution that significantly increases the rotation capacity of a stiffened welded knee joint between cold-formed rectangular hollow sections under opening moment. The proposed solution ...