Abstract
This paper summarises the current state of knowledge related to scarf and splice carpentry joints in flexural elements, also providing some examples of tensile joints. Descriptions and characteristics of these types of joints found in historical buildings are presented. In addition, issues related to forming carpentry joints in historic and heritage structures are discussed. Next, analyses and studies of flexural elements as well as selected examples of tensile joints described in the literature are presented. It is worth noting that authors of vast majority of the publications cited draw attention to the need for further research in this area. They acknowledge that existing descriptions are incomplete and insufficient for bringing about precise understanding and correct description of the static behaviour of these joints. Knowledge about designing and assessing static behaviour of existing carpentry joints is an important issue and is necessary to properly design and strengthen existing joints in historical timber structures.
Highlights
Wooden structures are one of the most common building types appearing over the centuries
One of the most important questions in the analysis of historical timber structures is that of carpentry joints
Several hundred types of carpentry joints can be distinguished in historical structures [2], the form of which is linked to the development of construction craftsmanship and architecture in a specified geographical area
Summary
Wooden structures are one of the most common building types appearing over the centuries. One of the most important questions in the analysis of historical timber structures is that of carpentry joints. It was possible to join together building elements into a single whole. They provide for the transfer of forces between joined elements. As a rule, the behaviour of the joints has a significant influence on analysis of the structure as a whole. Several hundred types of carpentry joints can be distinguished in historical structures [2], the form of which is linked to the development of construction craftsmanship and architecture in a specified geographical area. Various forms of scarf and splice joints connecting elements in timber structures are presented as these were developed over the years. For the purposes of this paper, a review of studies and analyses related to carpentry joints in flexural elements as well as selected examples of tensile elements described in the literature was prepared
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