Abstract

AbstractThis paper presents a design approach for calculating rectangular hollow section (RHS) splices (bolted end plate connections) under tension forces or bending moments in accordance with EN 1993‐1‐8. Based on models available in the literature, a Eurocode‐conform model is presented using the component method. The original model, based on experimental and numerical investigations, uses a three‐dimensional yield line method to predict the tension resistance of bolted splices with hollow sections considering the joint as a whole. The adapted model is fully compatible with EN 1993‐1‐8. Moreover, the original model has been extended to predict also the design moment resistance of such RHS splices.

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