Investigation into Methods for Predicting Connection Temperatures

Authors

  • K. Anderson
  • M. Gillie

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14311/1099

Keywords:

Connection, joint, heat transfer, steel, concrete, fire, temperature

Abstract

The mechanical response of connections in fire is largely based on material strength degradation and the interactions between the various components of the connection. In order to predict connection performance in fire, temperature profiles must initially be established in order to evaluate the material strength degradation over time. This paper examines two current methods for predicting connection temperatures: The percentage method, where connection temperatures are calculated as a percentage of the adjacent beam lower-flange, mid-span temperatures; and the lumped capacitance method, based on the lumped mass of the connection. Results from the percentage method do not correlate well with experimental results, whereas the lumped capacitance method shows much better agreement with average connection temperatures. A 3D finite element heat transfer model was also created in Abaqus, and showed good correlation with experimental results. 

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K. Anderson

M. Gillie

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Published

2009-01-01

How to Cite

Anderson, K., & Gillie, M. (2009). Investigation into Methods for Predicting Connection Temperatures. Acta Polytechnica, 49(1). https://doi.org/10.14311/1099

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