Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis Model for Ultimate Capacity Estimation of End-Plate Connection

단부평판 접합부의 극한저항능력 평가를 위한 비선형 유한요소해석 모델

The ultimate capacity of end-plate connection is investigated through nonlinear finite element analysis. The example models are divided into stiffened case and unstiffened one. The refined finite element models are analyzed by utilizing a general purpose structural analysis computer program ADINA and the moment-rotation relationships of the connection are determined. The results are compared with the regression equation deduced by Krishnamurthy. It is planned to deduce a bilinear regression equation through a parametric study on various dimensions of the connection.