Minimum spacing 'S' between bolts in gusset plate analysis 1

[bridge16]

What is minimum spacing in case of staggered rivet conn in gusset plate analysis. Is it mini. in same row of rivets or adjacent row of staggered rivets?

 

[bridgebuster]

see attached.

 

[bridge16]

Actually my question was in attached drawing, what is minimum spacing in staggered rivets.
Is it 3+3=6" or 3" See attached file.
FYI. I am checking bearing resistance of bolt holes on gusset plate analysis.

 

[bridgebuster]

6" along the gage lines.

 

[bridge16]

Thanks. Can you give me reference if you have.

 

[bridgebuster]

In the AASHTO Standard Specs go to Sections 10.16.13 And 10.24. There isn't any specific spacing limitation on gusset plates but You can follow the provisions of 10.24.

I must have misunderstood your question. I read the 6" from your drawing.