@dik - Thank you but I am confused about one aspect of your comment just now - what's the difference between a butt weld and a CJP weld? Wouldn't a CJP weld be a form of a butt weld?
@BAretired Thank you. That is helpful. So to make sure I understand correctly - with a full strength butt weld my main concern would then be to ensure that my flitch section itself can withstand the Mf and Vf and it turns into a simple beam analysis. I have the following questions in that case...
Hello dik, thank you for replying. Truthfully I have not thought of glulam rivets but I do have access to a copy of Design of Wood O86 so I shall give it a read through. In essence, I am looking for guidance on how to design the welded connection between the two plate sections. Perhaps I am...
Hi All,
I am a student who is trying to do something new for a change. This is not yet in my course material but just interested in learning. I was reading about how vaulted ceilings can be framed and came across this article (https://www.finehomebuilding.com/membership/pdf/17848/021178060.pdf)...
