Download or read book Semi-rigid Steel Connections and Their Effects on Structural Steel Frames written by Cameron P. Chasten and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: "Beam-to column connections play a very important role in affecting the behavior of structural steel frames. Due to the complexity of semi-rigid connections, analyses based on simple theory are approximate at best; therefore, knowledge of connection behavior is highly dependent on testing. A testing program which will study the behavior of four common connection types is proposed. The program will include the study of shear tab, top-and-seat angle, extended end plate, and T-stub connection types. These four types of connections cover the entire spectrum of connection stiffnesses, from a near pinned condition (shear tab) to a neat fixed condition (T-stub). Important considerations and previously obtained knowledge are presented."