Parametric Study on Mechanical Behavior of Beam–Column Joint with L-Shaped Components
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This paper introduces a beam–column joint with an L-shaped component formed by combining two traditional semi-rigid connection methods, namely top and bottom angle steel connections and end-plate connections. Test studies and finite element simulations are performed on two designed specimens (LJD-1 and LJD-2). The reliability of the finite element model is confirmed, and the hysteresis curves are found to be relatively full, indicating excellent energy dissipation capacity. Moreover, it is revealed that the larger the joint length, the better the improvement in load-bearing capacity and ductility. Based on this, a finite element simulation is conducted considering the joint configuration, thickness of the vertical and horizontal plates, length of the horizontal plate, thickness of the end-plate, and the number of haunches. The optimal ranges for each parameter are determined.
Source: Metals
DOI: 10.3390/met15030228
Authors: Yuanyuan Xia, Suipeng Wang, Shen Li, Haizeng Yang
Institution: Xi'an University of Technology
Language: English
Subfield: Civil and Structural Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,137
OpenAlex ID: W4407766238