Journal of Structural and Construction Engineering (Transactions of AIJ) · 2007 · 12 citations · 0 references
EngineeringMaterials ScienceMechanical EngineeringMechanical Behavior Of MaterialsMechanical DesignStructural MaterialsFastener DesignShear PropertiesShear StrengthStructural MechanicsTimber MaterialsTimber StructuresDowel-type ConnectionsJoint StiffnessShear Connection DesignShear Deformation EffectsShear StressStiffnessStiffness TestingTimber Fasteners
The aim of this research is to make a design formula for shear connection of wooden/wood-based-material dowel. This paper is mainly focused on introduction of basic design formula on load-slip stiffness and strength of wooden dowel shear joint. Various slender-type symmetrical single shear tests were conducted. Much of the experimental result had good coincidences with the analysis. A simple expression of stiffness calculation and a new concept of bearing-spring characteristics are proposed. Compared with steel, wood can be easily deformed by shear stress. Shear deformation of fasteners should be taken into account in the case of wooden dowel. And as a series bearing-spring of timber and dowel, the effect of dowel hardening should be taken into account.