Numerical analysis of extended end-plate connections under dynamic loading

Djamel Aouiche; Noureddine Lahbari; Mourad Belhadj

doi:10.56748/ejse.24610

Authors

Djamel Aouiche University Batna2 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6559-7918
Noureddine Lahbari Department of Civil Engineering, University of Batna 2, 05078 Fesdis, Batna, Algeria
Mourad Belhadj Department of Mechanical Engineering, , University of Batna2 Mustafa Benboulaid Batna, Algeria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56748/ejse.24610

Keywords:

Extended end-plate connections, Dynamic behaviour, Abaqus software, Ductility, Stiffness , Strength, Dynamic analysis

Abstract

An experimental investigation was conducted at Delft University of Technology to examine the behavior of eight statically loaded extended end plate moment connections up to collapse. The parameters investigated were the end plate thickness (10 mm, 15 mm, and 20 mm) and steel grade of the end plate (S355, S690). While the study was limited to a static test, this investigation intends to analyze the dynamic behavior of the research specimens (FS1 to FS4) using finite element methods. The multi-purpose software Abaqus was used to develop the 3D model. The mechanical properties of these connections, including strength, ductility, and energy dissipation capacity, are examined. The cyclic loading is applied according to the JGJ 101-96 standard specification. The finite element model was validated against experimental tests for both static and dynamic conditions, successfully reproducing moment-rotation curves and simulating ductile damage as well. The results indicate that increased plate thickness corresponds to improved stiffness and strength, while the use of higher steel grades introduces a delayed yield point and may reduce ductility, which must be balanced to optimize performance considering specific design requirements and loading conditions. Our findings align with previous findings and underscore the need for a better understanding of joint behavior under dynamic loading for seismic design since the strain rate at which load is applied significantly affects the material properties, which can significantly affect the performance of blast-resistant structures.

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