Bearing Strength of Bolted Timber Joints
Publication: Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 112, Issue 9
Abstract
Design values for bolted timber joints are empirically based on research conducted over 50 years ago. The analytical and experimental results of this study confirm that the previous recommendations are still valid. The analytical method used in this study, the European yield theory, explains much of the observed behavior of bolted timber joints and can be used for material properties not included in the original research. It also incorporates the effect of bolt yield stress, which is not considered in current design.
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Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 112 • Issue 9 • September 1986
Pages: 2141 - 2154
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Copyright © 1986 ASCE.
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Published online: Sep 1, 1986
Published in print: Sep 1986
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