The paper describes experimental and numerical analyses on a completely new connection system developed for CLT (Cross Laminated Timber) constructions. The innovative solution herein proposed, named X-RAD, consists of a point-to-point mechanical connecti...
Many buildings in Spain constructed with "pitch pine" beams are, nowadays, under rehabilitation processes. In some cases the decision on maintaining, or not, the existing timber structure is a key issue. The commercial name “pitch pine” comprises several species in the group of Southern Yellow Pines, being the “Longleaf pine”...
Self-tapping screws are efficient and flexible fasteners, applicable for many types of connections. Investigations on axially loaded groups of screws pointed out, that small spacing between the screws lead to block shear failure mode. So far, block and plug shear failure mode are only analysed for laterally loaded fasteners...
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