Influence of Web Buckling on Flexural Performance of Bolted CFS Apex Sleeve Connector between Single-Channel Rafters

Abstract

AbstractThis paper envisages conducting an experimental investigation exclusively on web buckling behavior of an innovative apex connector for single-channel cold-formed light gauge steel (CFS) rafters. The existing literature majorly reported excessive ...The graphical abstract is organized into three sections. The first section depicts proposed apex connector on the left and the test matrix of experimental program on the right. The second section illustrates the transition in web buckling observed in ...Practical ApplicationsSingle C-channel CFS sections have become promising for single-span portal frames. Although the existing design codes contain guidelines for member design, the information related to load-carrying capacity and selection of connection ...