Papers by Keyword: PEEQ Index

Abstract: Based on the experiments of four connections with widened beam flange section which included two arc widened beam flange connections and two welded side-plate connections specimens and one ordinary connection under cyclic loading, 3-D nonlinear finite element models were created by using ANSYS software to analyze the mechanical properties of these two types of widened beam flange connections, such as skeleton curve, ultimate load, ductility and failure mode etc. The analytical results show good agreement with those of the experiments and prove the finite models correct and applicable. According to the experimental and element analytical failure results, the PI(PEEQ Index) was introduced to investigate the plasticity development and fracture tendency at the end of the widened flange part . Furthermore, the failure patterns of widened beam flange connection were revealed.