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Author(s):	Pirmoz, Akbar; Ahadi, Parviz; Farajkhah, Vahid
Title:	Finite element analysis of extended stiffened end plate link-to-column connections
Abstract:	The applicability of extended stiffened end plate (ESEP) connections used as link-to-column connections in eccentrically braced frames (EBFs) with long (flexural yielding) links is examined in this paper. A finite element method (FEM) is used for this purpose, based on a validated parametric FE benchmark. Analysing the numerical model of an ESEP connection designed to the recent seismic design rules for special moment frames reveals that the link-to-column connections of EBFs sustain more severe conditions than the moment connections of moment-resisting systems. The design approach implemented is examined and the results are discussed. The results demonstrate that ESEP connections can be used as a successful alternative for the link-to-column connections of EBFs and the system with this type of connection can achieve the required rotations for long or flexural links.
Source:	Steel Construction 9 (2016), No. 1
Page/s:	46-57
Language of Publication:	English

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