Abstract
This paper describes quasi-static testing of Asymmetrical Friction Connection (AFC) and Symmetrical Friction Connections (SFC) in steel braces. It is shown that stable energy dissipation mechanisms have been achieved in braces using Bisalloy 500 shims on the sliding surface. When incorporated into a moment frame, the braces and the moment resisting frames underwent large displacements without significant frame yielding. The effective coefficient of friction is shown to be dependent on prying.
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