Consideration of structural elements characteristics on the stresses at the I-beam end-plate moment connection

Abstract

The paper deals with numerical study on the stresses at the bolted end-plate moment connection, with application of finite element analysis. The prying effects in the joint are considered for the comparative analysis with analytical model of bolt calculation. There are observed three basic models of the joint which reflect variation of the joint stiffness, along with the cases of different parameters of end-plate thickness. It is shown that several parameters have effects on the stresses at the joint and need to be considered in the structural analysis of the frame structures. Also, there are given some recommendations for practical usage for the design of this kind of joints.