Load Distribution in Two-Pinned Polymer Composite Joints

Abstract

This paper describes some analytical investigations undertaken on a bolted joint for pultruded members which is under an axial load. The study involves an investigation of the load distribution in a joint employing only two pins. The problem is approached by determining the deformational behaviour of a composite plate subjected to loads applied through two pins using two-dimensional finite elements. Laminated plate theory and the rigid frictionless pin assumption are used.