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Finite element analysis of proposed self-locking joint for modular steel structures


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Nadeem, Gohar and Safiee, Nor Azizi and Abu Bakar, Nabilah and Abd Karim, Izian and Mohd Nasir, Noor Azline (2021) Finite element analysis of proposed self-locking joint for modular steel structures. Applied Sciences, 11 (19). art. no. 9277. pp. 1-22. ISSN 2076-3417

Abstract

The intermodular connection between modules plays a vital role in the overall performance of modular structures. The separation between a column and connection is possible due to the absence of links (welding or bolting) since limited space is available between modules. This study proposed a self-locking joint to be used in a modular steel structure, connecting columns with a connection without need of extra space between modules. The behavior of the proposed connection subjected to monotonic load was evaluated using a finite element approach using ABAQUS software. The influencing factors contributed to the behavior of the self-locking connection and columns observed using a parametric study. The parametric study was conducted by varying beam thickness, bolt pretension force and friction coefficient µ. Results indicate that the proposed connection can be classified as a semirigid connection according to Eurocode 3 and special moment frame (SMF) as recommended by AISC.


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Item Type: Article
Divisions: Faculty of Engineering
DOI Number: https://doi.org/10.3390/app11199277
Publisher: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute
Keywords: Modular steel structure; Intermodular connection; Spring pin; Self-locking; Finite element analysis
Depositing User: Ms. Nuraida Ibrahim
Date Deposited: 12 Sep 2022 02:12
Last Modified: 12 Sep 2022 02:12
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URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/97339
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