A Study on Fracture Characteristics of Widened Beam Flange Joints

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By the method of ANSYS finite element analysis, this paper in depth studies the affection of widened width and length of the widened beam flange joints on seismic behavior of the ultimate load and ductility performance. According to the test and failure results of finite element simulation specimen the cracking possibility of the weak link easily leading to fracture of joints is evaluated. By introducing the equivalent plastic strain index, the fracture mechanism of widened beam flange joints is analyzed theoretically. The research can provide valuable data and reference for the seismic design of steel frame joints.

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September 2013

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