its a simple bearing stress calc for each plate: Fbr (psi) = single fastener load (lbs) / (diameter * thickness)
allowable bearing stresses can be found in MMPDS.
Have you considered fiberglass composite bridges? there are specialty companies that make those. weight can be significantly less than steel which can be a benefit in hard to access areas. also maintenance costs can be lower...
you need to check:
-fastener shear
-bearing in orange part
-bearing in blue part
what are you using for fastener shear strength? part bearing strengths?
The tie plate is presumably there to transfer the load in the beam flange across the connection, rather than forcing it down into the web. Much more efficient if there is significant bending moment in the beam at the connection.
Why would you want to delete the plate?
suggest you delete this post and repost in either the Finite Element Analysis forum or the OptiStruct forum (if it exists). This forum is mostly Civil Structures engineers.
where did you get your degree?
is it a BS degree? accredited?
where are you applying for work?
are there any open jobs listed where you are?
what companies are you applying at?
are you applying directly to companies
or are you applying thru some sort of recruiter company?
what specific job...
VCCT and Cohesive Zone models have both been used to predict bonded joint strength. Abaqus has elements for both approaches. You will need test data to a) determine and calibrate the input properties, b) to validate the joint strength predictions.
What are your adherend and adhesive material...
