Finite element modelling of the cyclic behaviour of CLT connectors and walls

Chrysl Aranha, Jorge Branco, Paulo Lorenco, Georg Flatscher, Gerhard Schickhofer

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Abstract

The characterization of the behaviour of connectors used in Cross-laminated Timber (CLT) structures is an important aspect that needs to be considered in their seismic design. In this paper, the data from shear and axial tests conducted on connectors have been used to define their force-displacement curves under cyclic loads using the SAWS model in OpenSees. The component curves were then incorporated into the corresponding wall models and the results were compared with their experimental counterparts, in order to determine the validity of the finite element model. Thereby, the non-linear behaviour was restricted to the connectors while the walls themselves were composed of linear orthotropic shell elements. The models were found to provide a good estimate of the initial stiffness and maximum load capacity of the wall specimens. The effects of vertical loading and the presence of openings were determined based on analyses run on the calibrated model.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationWCTE 2016 - World Conference on Timber Engineering
PublisherTechnische Universität Wien
Number of pages8
ISBN (Electronic)978-390303900-1
Publication statusPublished - Aug 2016
EventWorld Conference on Timber Engineering: WCTE 2016 - Universität Wien, Wien, Austria
Duration: 22 Aug 201625 Aug 2016
http://wcte2016.conf.tuwien.ac.at/home/

Conference

ConferenceWorld Conference on Timber Engineering
Abbreviated titleWCTE 2016
Country/TerritoryAustria
CityWien
Period22/08/1625/08/16
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