Strength of Joints with Epoxy-Glued Threaded Steel Rods in Tali Timber
Publication: Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering
Volume 23, Issue 4
Abstract
This paper describes the experimental analysis of joints made with threaded steel rods epoxy-glued into high-density hardwood. Seventy specimens of 10 different types were tested until failure with a pull-pull device. The objective of the study was to evaluate the influence of the geometric and mechanical parameters of the joint on axial strength. Experimental results question the application of the existing joint design formulas to the case of high-density hardwood. Hence, experimental study on glued joints should be extended to include a greater variety of timbers of different densities.
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Acknowledgments
This research was sponsored by the Ministry of Innovation and Industry (Xunta de Galicia) through the research project “Sistemas de mejora de la tecnologia de la union con adhesivos de barras de acero insertadas en madera” (Systems to improve the technology of joints made with steel rods glued in timber). The financial support is gratefully acknowledged.
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Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering
Volume 23 • Issue 4 • April 2011
Pages: 453 - 458
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© 2011 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Received: Mar 12, 2010
Accepted: Sep 30, 2010
Published online: Oct 2, 2010
Published in print: Apr 1, 2011
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