This thesis focuses on the development of composite floor solutions where Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) panels are used as a base element. Preliminary investigations on shear connections between prefabricated concrete beams and CLT panels were performed. The focus is on investigations on glulam-CLT composite beam elements, and the mechanical shear connectors used to achieve composite action.
The new shear connections system evaluated in this thesis for glulam-CLT floor elements consists of double-sided punched metal plate fasteners. In order to secure the shear connection made with double-sided nail plates and to improve the shear behaviour of the joint, a combination with inclined self-tapping screws was evaluated through a shear test programme. It was found that the double-sided punched metal plate fasteners and inclined screws can effectively be combined.
