Year: 2007
Type: article
Abstract: Stresses in, and strength of, single- and double-bolted mechanical joints in wood members are analyzed experimentally and numerically. The analyses account for the nonlinear geometric and stress-strain responses and the thicknesses of the members. Stresses are obtained using finite elements, strain gages, and moiré techniques. Failure is predicted from assumed strength criteria. Stresses and strength are influenced by end-distance, bolt-spacing, edge-distance, bolt-clearance, and load distribution between bolts of a multiple fastener. Predicted initiation of failure agrees with visible and audible damage initiation in full-scale components. These occur at 10 to 25% of ultimate structural strength.
Authors: Munsur Rahman, Young J. Chiang, R. E. Rowlands
Language: English
Subfield: Building and Construction
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
Funder: U.S. Department of Agriculture
OpenAlex ID: W50178203