Abstract
This paper reviews the fatigue strength characteristics of many types of welded steel connections used in both onshore and offshore applications. Methods of analysis and factors affecting fatigue life of welded structures and the available design standards for the design of such members are also discussed. The new design aspects, the problems associated with the welds, the use of high-strength steel and the present state of research on steel structures in the European Community of Steel and Coal (ECSC) and other organizations are highlighted. In addition, the test results of four models of tower crane joints which were tested under constant amplitude loading are included. The stress concentration factors (SCF) obtained by parametric equations and finite element analysis are compared with the measured experimental values. The experimental fatigue lives of joints are compared with standard S-N curves and fracture mechanics analysis.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Fatigue and Fracture in Steel and Concrete Structures - ISFF '91 |
Editors | A.G. Madhava Rao, T.V.S.R. Appa Rao |
Place of Publication | Rotterdam |
Publisher | Balkema |
Pages | 1530-1547 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-90-5410-205-2 |
Publication status | Published - 1991 |
MoE publication type | A4 Article in a conference publication |
Event | Fatigue and Fracture in Steel and Concrete Structures - ISFF '91 - Madras, India Duration: 19 Dec 1991 → 21 Dec 1991 |
Conference
Conference | Fatigue and Fracture in Steel and Concrete Structures - ISFF '91 |
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Country/Territory | India |
City | Madras |
Period | 19/12/91 → 21/12/91 |