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Innovative Cross-Section Shapes For Built-Up Cfs Columns. Experimental Investigation, Iveta Georgieva, Luc Schueremans, Lincy Pyl, Lucie Vandewalle
Innovative Cross-Section Shapes For Built-Up Cfs Columns. Experimental Investigation, Iveta Georgieva, Luc Schueremans, Lincy Pyl, Lucie Vandewalle
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
Innovative cross-section shapes for built-up columns from cold-formed steel (CFS) profiles are evaluated experimentally. The goal is to obtain highly stable members with reduced sensitivity to bucking effects and initial imperfections, and therefore, higher strength-to-weight ratios. The columns have been designed following the principles of the direct strength method [1], with the ambition to exclude (or reduce) various buckling effects from the column response to compressive loads. Cross-section proportions and bolt spacing have been adapted, in order to interfere with the distortion of individual profiles and the overall buckling of the columns. Experiments show that, through proper design and insight …
Compressive Strength Tests And Design Of Cold-Formed Plain And Dimpled Steel Columns, V. B. Nquyen, C. J. Wang, D. J. Mynors, M. A. English, M. A. Castellucci
Compressive Strength Tests And Design Of Cold-Formed Plain And Dimpled Steel Columns, V. B. Nquyen, C. J. Wang, D. J. Mynors, M. A. English, M. A. Castellucci
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
This paper presents the experiments and design formulae of cold-formed plain and dimpled steel columns. A series of compression tests on plain and dimpled channel columns were conducted over a range of different geometries and the strength of the columns were investigated. The change in strength of the dimpled columns resulting from the cold working associated with the dimpling process was considered. The results showed that the buckling and ultimate strengths of dimpled steel columns were up to 33% and 26% greater than plain steel columns, respectively. The test results were evaluated by comparing buckling and ultimate loads of plain …
Steel Deck Institute Standards For Composite Steel Floor Deck-Slabs, Thomas Sputo
Steel Deck Institute Standards For Composite Steel Floor Deck-Slabs, Thomas Sputo
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
As an ANSI accredited standards developer, the Steel Deck Institute (SDI) has developed an updated and expanded version of its “Standard for Composite Steel Floor Deck-Slabs”, ANSI/SDI C-2011 and a new standard, “Test Standard for Composite Steel Deck-Slabs”, ANSI/SDI T-CD-2011. These two standards reflect the current state-of-the-art for the design and testing of composite steel deck-slabs where the steel deck provides the tensile reinforcement for the slab. Substantial changes in the ANSI/SDI-C-2011 Standard include increased information regarding the use of fibers for concrete crack control purposes and concrete serviceability, consideration of moving and concentrated loads, and use of updated shear …
Aisi Standards Update, Helen Chen, Roger Brockenbrough, Richard Haws
Aisi Standards Update, Helen Chen, Roger Brockenbrough, Richard Haws
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
Since the publication of the 2007 editions, changes and additions have been made to AISI design and construction standards. Accordingly, new editions of the standards, or supplements to existing standards, will be published to formalize these changes. This paper provides an overview of the major changes and additions to those standards.
Shear Strength Of Hollow Flange Channel Beams With Stiffened Web Openings, P. Keerthan, M. Mahendran
Shear Strength Of Hollow Flange Channel Beams With Stiffened Web Openings, P. Keerthan, M. Mahendran
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
This LiteSteel beam (LSB) is a new cold-formed steel hollow flange channel section produced using a patented manufacturing process involving simultaneous cold-forming and dual electric resistance welding. The LSBs are commonly used as floor joists and bearers with web openings in buildings. Their shear strengths are considerably reduced when web openings are included for the purpose of locating building services. Shear tests of LSBs with web openings have shown that there is up to 60% reduction in the shear capacity. Hence there is a need to improve the shear capacity of LSBs with web openings. A cost effective way to …
Direct Strength Design Of Metal Building Wall And Roof Systems - Through-Fastened Simple Span Girts And Purlins With Laterally Unbraced Compression Flanges, Tian Gao, Cristopher D. Moen
Direct Strength Design Of Metal Building Wall And Roof Systems - Through-Fastened Simple Span Girts And Purlins With Laterally Unbraced Compression Flanges, Tian Gao, Cristopher D. Moen
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
A Direct Strength Method (DSM) prediction approach is introduced and validated for metal building wall and roof systems constructed with steel panels through-fastened with screws to girts or purlins. The focus is capacity prediction for simple spans under wind uplift or suction, however the DSM framework is generally formulated to accommodate gravity loads, continuous spans, standing seam roofs, and insulated roof and wall systems in the future. System flexural capacity is calculated with the usual DSM approach – global buckling, local global buckling interaction, and distortional buckling strengths are determined with a finite strip eigen-buckling analysis including a rotational spring …
Using Generalized Beam Theory (Gbt) To Assess The Buckling Behavior Of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Systems, Cilmar Basaglia, Dinar Camotim
Using Generalized Beam Theory (Gbt) To Assess The Buckling Behavior Of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Systems, Cilmar Basaglia, Dinar Camotim
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
This paper deals with the application of beam finite element models based on Generalized Beam Theory (GBT) to analyze the buckling behavior of three cold-formed steel structural systems, namely (i) beams belonging to storage rack systems, (ii) portal frames built from rectangular hollow section (RHS) profiles and (iii) roof-supporting trusses, exhibiting different support conditions and subjected to various loadings. In particular, taking advantage of the GBT unique and structurally clarifying modal features, it is possible to assess how different geometries and/or bracing arrangements affect (improve) the local, distortional and/or global buckling behavior of the above structural systems. The accuracy of …
Investigation Of Behavior Of Cold-Formed Steel Sheeting Systems In Fire Using Finite Element Modeling, W. Lu, P. Mäkeläinen, J. Outinen, Z. Ma
Investigation Of Behavior Of Cold-Formed Steel Sheeting Systems In Fire Using Finite Element Modeling, W. Lu, P. Mäkeläinen, J. Outinen, Z. Ma
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
A 3D Finite Element (FE) model of steel sheeting, which includes the screw connector and support plate, is created to investigate the behavior of both steel sheeting and connections at elevated temperatures. The created model considers the material nonlinearity, large deformation and contact behavior. The material damage model for sheeting steel is defined so that the FE model is analyzed through the elastic and plastic ranges up to failure. The FE model is used to predict the ultimate resistance and deformation. The current FE model captures the main behavior of steel roof systems well up to around 20 minutes according …
Active Shear Planes In Block Shear Failure Of Bolted Connections, Drew D. A. Clements, Lip H. Teh
Active Shear Planes In Block Shear Failure Of Bolted Connections, Drew D. A. Clements, Lip H. Teh
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
In the AISI Specification for the Design of Cold-formed Steel Structural Members 2007, there are two types of shear planes used to determine the resistance of a bolted connection to block shear failure. When the block shear failure occurs by shear yielding and tensile rupture, the shear failure plane is taken to be the gross shear plane. Conversely, when the block shear failure is deemed to occur by simultaneous shear and tensile ruptures, the shear failure plane is assumed to be the net shear plane. Such an approach is not logical since the shear failure planes should be unique irrespective …
Prediction Of Joint Temperatures In Shot-Nailed Cold-Formed Steel Sheeting With Finite Element Modelling, Z. Ma, W. Lu, P. Mäkeläinen, J. Outinen
Prediction Of Joint Temperatures In Shot-Nailed Cold-Formed Steel Sheeting With Finite Element Modelling, Z. Ma, W. Lu, P. Mäkeläinen, J. Outinen
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
This paper investigates the 3D temperature fields of the shot-nailed steel roof sheeting joints in fire using commercial Finite Element (FE) software ABAQUS when the connected members and connections are protected by either intumescent paint or rockwool panels. Numerical models and parameters used in the models are briefly introduced. When expanded in fire, both thickness and thermal conductivity are varied with increased temperatures. The simplified representation of intumescent paint is described. Parametric analyses are performed in order to investigate the sensitivity of the parameters of thermal contacts. When the joints are protected with rockwool panels, the approximate cavity radiation method …
Modal Identification Of Cold-Formed Steel Members In Shell Finite Element Models, Z. Li, S. Ádány, B. W. Schafer
Modal Identification Of Cold-Formed Steel Members In Shell Finite Element Models, Z. Li, S. Ádány, B. W. Schafer
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
This paper illustrates new capabilities for modal identification of shell Finite Element Method (FEM) models of thin-walled cold-formed steel members. The separation of general deformations into fundamental buckling deformation classes: local, distortional, global, shear, and transverse extension, originated with the constrained Finite Strip Method (cFSM) and is extended here to shell element based FEM analysis. The cFSM base vectors for general end boundary conditions, previously developed by the authors, provide a series of general base functions capable of separating displacements into classes. FEM displacements are identified by minimizing error between the actual FEM displacements and those predicted by the cFSM …
Analytical Model For Cold-Formed Steel Framed Shear Wall With Steel Sheet Sheathing, Noritsugu Yanagi, Cheng Yu
Analytical Model For Cold-Formed Steel Framed Shear Wall With Steel Sheet Sheathing, Noritsugu Yanagi, Cheng Yu
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
The cold-formed steel framed shear wall sheathed with steel sheet sheathing (CFS-SSSW) is a code approved lateral force resisting system for light framed construction. The AISI Steel Framing Standards – Lateral Design (AISI S213-07) provides design provisions for CFS-SSSW. The development of the nominal strength of CFS-SSSW in AISI S213 was based on full-scale experiments which were subjected to limitations in both wall configurations and material properties. This paper presents an analytical model – the Effective Strip Model developed for predicting the nominal strength of CFS-SSSWs. The proposed analytical model and supporting design equations are further verified by experimental results. …
Cold-Forming Effect Investigation On Cold-Formed Thick-Walled Steel Hollow Sections, Y. Q. Li, D. H. Wen, L. P. Wang, Z. Y. Shen
Cold-Forming Effect Investigation On Cold-Formed Thick-Walled Steel Hollow Sections, Y. Q. Li, D. H. Wen, L. P. Wang, Z. Y. Shen
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
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Finite Element Analyses Of Lipped Chanel Beams With Web Openings In Shear, P. Keerthan, M. Mahendran
Finite Element Analyses Of Lipped Chanel Beams With Web Openings In Shear, P. Keerthan, M. Mahendran
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
Cold-formed steel members are increasingly used as primary structural elements in buildings due to the availability of thin and high strength steels and advanced cold-forming technologies. Cold-formed lipped channel beams (LCB) are commonly used as flexural members such as floor joists and bearers. Shear behaviour of LCBs with web openings is more complicated and their shear capacities are considerably reduced by the presence of web openings. However, limited research has been undertaken on the shear behaviour and strength of LCBs with web openings. Hence a numerical study was undertaken to investigate the shear behaviour and strength of LCBs with web …
Push Tests On Innovative Shear Connector For Composite Beam With Cold-Formed Steel Section, S. O. Bamaga, M. M. Tahir, C. S. Tan
Push Tests On Innovative Shear Connector For Composite Beam With Cold-Formed Steel Section, S. O. Bamaga, M. M. Tahir, C. S. Tan
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
In this study, experimental tests were conducted to investigate the ductility and strength capacity of new shear connector. Push test specimens were prepared and tested according to EN1994-1-1 standard. The push test specimen consists of two cold-formed steel lipped channel sections oriented back-to-back to form an I-section beam, transverse metal deck and normal concrete slabs grade C25/30. Angle brackets were obtained from the same section of the beam and fastened to the web of steel beam to provide the shear connection. Two shear connectors were tested namely; “SC1” and “SC2” shear connectors. Both shear connectors showed a ductile behavior and …
The Effects Of Bolt Pretension, In-Plane Eccentricity, And Friction On The Ductility Of Block Shear Connections, Kevin M. Zmetra
The Effects Of Bolt Pretension, In-Plane Eccentricity, And Friction On The Ductility Of Block Shear Connections, Kevin M. Zmetra
Master's Theses
Block shear is a complex failure mechanism in bolted and welded steel components such as gusset plates, webs of coped beams, angles and tees. It presumes a combination of tension rupture and shear yield. Multiple variables affect the block shear capacity and ductility of a connection. This study investigates the effects of bolt pretension, connection eccentricity and friction force transfer through a series of destructive experiments followed by refined finite element simulation. Clamping forces create a complex triaxial stress field compounded by the stress concentration at the bolt holes. In-plane load eccentricity with respect to the centerline of the connection …
Seismic Performance Of Steel Sheathed Cold-Formed Steel Shear Walls, Mehran Zeynalian Dastjerdi, Hamid Reza Ronagh
Seismic Performance Of Steel Sheathed Cold-Formed Steel Shear Walls, Mehran Zeynalian Dastjerdi, Hamid Reza Ronagh
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
In this paper the performance of steel sheathed cold-formed steel shear walls is evaluated by testing seven full scale walls under cyclic and monotonic loading. Of particular interest are the specimens’ maximum lateral load capacity and deformation behaviour. The study also looks at the failure modes of the system and investigates the main factors contributing to the ductile response of the CFS walls in order to suggest improvements so that the steel shear walls respond plastically with a significant drift and without any risk of brittle failure, such as failure in the connections. The walls tested are of different configurations …
Numerical Modelling And Calibration Of Cfs Framed Shear Walls Under Dynamic Loading, I. Shamim, C. A. Rogers
Numerical Modelling And Calibration Of Cfs Framed Shear Walls Under Dynamic Loading, I. Shamim, C. A. Rogers
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
This paper describes the numerical modeling using OpenSees of steel sheathed cold-formed steel framed shear wall test specimens under dynamic loading. Two modeling phases were carried out; the first phase comprised non-linear models calibrated using existing reversed cyclic shear wall test data, and the second phase involved more advanced models calibrated using data from dynamic shake table tests of single- and double-storey shear walls as well as other ancillary test programs. The second phase models incorporated the behaviour of the hold-downs, floor framing and blocked bare frame, in addition to the sheathing. The final calibrated models were able to accurately …
Improved Reliability Determination When Testing Cold-Formed Steel Components, V. M. Zeinoddini, B. W. Schafer
Improved Reliability Determination When Testing Cold-Formed Steel Components, V. M. Zeinoddini, B. W. Schafer
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
The objectives of this paper are to (a) determine the sensitivity of the reliability calculations in Chapter F of the AISI Specification (AISI-S100-07) to controlling load combinations and loading ratios, and (b) develop a more robust alternative for the use of Chapter F. To complete this study the bias factors and variances for all loading conditions are established. In addition, a range of practical load ratios is agreed upon. Parametric studies are performed to explore load case and load ratio dependency for use in the determination of the resistance factor, Φ; specifically, the pre-factor term CΦ and the load variance …
Self-Shape Optimisation Of Cold-Formed Steel Columns, Benoit P. Gilbert, Timothee J-M Savoyat, Lip H. The
Self-Shape Optimisation Of Cold-Formed Steel Columns, Benoit P. Gilbert, Timothee J-M Savoyat, Lip H. The
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
This paper presents the optimisation of cold-formed steel open columns using the recently developed self-shape optimisation method that aims to discover new profile shapes. The strength of the cold-formed steel sections is calculated using the Direct Strength Method, and the rules developed in the present work to automatically determine the local and distortional elastic buckling stresses from the Finite Strip and constrained Finite Strip Methods are discussed. The rules are verified against conventional and optimum sections yielded in this research, and found to accurately predict the elastic buckling stresses. The principles behind the self-shape optimisation method are summarised herein and …
Compression-Tension Hysteretic Response Of Cold-Formed Steel C-Stection Framing Members, D. Padilla-Llano, C. D. Moen, M. Eatherton, L. Mcanallen, T. Bruce
Compression-Tension Hysteretic Response Of Cold-Formed Steel C-Stection Framing Members, D. Padilla-Llano, C. D. Moen, M. Eatherton, L. Mcanallen, T. Bruce
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
This paper summarizes results from an experimental program designed to evaluate the tension-compression cyclic axial response of cold-formed steel C-section structural framing members. A new cyclic loading protocol for cold formed steel members is presented that defines the target axial displacement based on elastic buckling parameters. The protocol is used to explore the cyclic response of members experiencing local buckling, distortional buckling, and global buckling deformation. In the experiments, post-bucking energy dissipation was observed along with tension stretching and softening. The quantity of dissipated energy per cycle increased as cross-section and global slenderness decreased. Specimens experiencing local and distortional buckling …
Design Of Nonstructural Members In Accordance With Aisi S220, Roger A. Laboube, H. Chen, J. W. Larson
Design Of Nonstructural Members In Accordance With Aisi S220, Roger A. Laboube, H. Chen, J. W. Larson
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
AISI S220, the North American Standard for Cold-Formed Steel Framing - Nonstructural Members, was developed in 2011 to help clearly delineate and eliminate confusion between the requirements for cold-formed steel structural members and nonstructural members. This paper is intended as an introduction to this standard and as an illustrative guide for applying the provisions to the design of nonstructural members.
Direct Strength Method Of Design For Shear Of Cold-Formed Channels Based On A Shear Signature Curve, Gregory J. Hancock, Cao Hung Pham
Direct Strength Method Of Design For Shear Of Cold-Formed Channels Based On A Shear Signature Curve, Gregory J. Hancock, Cao Hung Pham
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
Thin-walled sections in compression and/or bending may undergo one of the three modes of local, distortional or overall (Euler) buckling, or combinations of these. The Semi-Analytical Finite Strip Method (SAFSM) developed by YK Cheung has been widely used in computer software (THIN-WALL, CUFSM) to develop the signature curve of the buckling stress versus buckling half wavelength for a thin-walled section under compression or bending to allow identification of these modes. The minimum points on the signature curve are now used in the Direct Strength Method (DSM) of design of cold-formed sections in the American Specification and Australian/New Zealand Standard for …
Behaviour Of Litesteel Beams Subject To Combined Shear And Bending Actions, P. Keerthan, D. Hughes, M. Mahendran
Behaviour Of Litesteel Beams Subject To Combined Shear And Bending Actions, P. Keerthan, D. Hughes, M. Mahendran
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
This paper presents the details of a numerical study of a cold-formed steel beam known as LiteSteel Beam (LSB) subject to combined shear and bending actions. The LSB sections are produced by a patented manufacturing process involving simultaneous cold-forming and electric resistance welding. They have a unique shape of a channel beam with two rectangular hollow flanges. To date, however, no investigation has been conducted into the strength of LSB sections under combined shear and bending actions. Hence a numerical study was undertaken to investigate the behaviour and strength of LSBs subject to combined shear and bending actions. In this …
Shear Buckling Of Thin-Walled Channel Sections With Complex Stiffened Webs, Song Hong Pham, Cao Hung Pham, Gregory J. Hancock
Shear Buckling Of Thin-Walled Channel Sections With Complex Stiffened Webs, Song Hong Pham, Cao Hung Pham, Gregory J. Hancock
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
For cold-formed channel section design in shear, the traditional approach has been to investigate shear plate buckling in the web alone. Recently, an improvement in the elastic buckling stress of the whole thin-walled channel section including flanges and lips in pure shear has been demonstrated. For webs with relatively large depth to thickness ratios, the local buckling mode in shear occurs mainly in web. The structural efficiency of such a web can be improved by adding intermediate stiffeners cold-formed longitudinally in the middle of the webs. This paper presents numerical buckling analyses implemented by means of the Semi-Analytical Finite Strip …
The Effects Of Web Holes On Web Crippling Strength Of Cold-Formed Steel Channels Under End-Two-Flange Loading Condition, Asraf Uzzaman, James B. P. Lim, David Nash, Jim Rhodes, Ben Young
The Effects Of Web Holes On Web Crippling Strength Of Cold-Formed Steel Channels Under End-Two-Flange Loading Condition, Asraf Uzzaman, James B. P. Lim, David Nash, Jim Rhodes, Ben Young
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
Cold-formed steel sections are often used as wall studs or floor joists; such sections often include web holes for ease of installation of the services. Web crippling at points of concentrated, or localised, load or reaction in thin-walled beams is well known to be a significant problem, particularly in the case of beams with slender webs, and is of high importance in the field of cold-formed steel members, as such members are generally not stiffened against this type of loading. In this paper, a combination of experimental tests and non-linear elastoplastic finite element analyses are used to investigate the effect …
Behavior Of Composite Beams With Cold-Formed Steel Joists And Concrete Slab, Cheng-Tzu Thomas Hsu, Pedro R. Munoz, Sun Punurai, Yazdan Majdi, Wonsiri Punurai
Behavior Of Composite Beams With Cold-Formed Steel Joists And Concrete Slab, Cheng-Tzu Thomas Hsu, Pedro R. Munoz, Sun Punurai, Yazdan Majdi, Wonsiri Punurai
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
A new composite beam and floor system has been developed herein to achieve a stronger strength and ductility, as well as to yield a more economical design purpose. This new composite beam system consists of three elements: reinforced concrete slab on corrugated cold-formed metal, back to back cold-formed steel joists, and cold-formed furring shear connector. The shear connectors are screwed through the top flange of the support joists in order to provide vertical interlocking and horizontal shear resistant between the concrete slab and the cold-formed steel joists. The self-drill fasteners are used for fastening the furring shear connector through the …
Design Of Perforated Industrial Storage Rack Columns For Distortional Buckling, Teoman Peköz, Güven Kıymaz, Miquel Casafont, Maria Magdalena Pastor, Jordi Bonada
Design Of Perforated Industrial Storage Rack Columns For Distortional Buckling, Teoman Peköz, Güven Kıymaz, Miquel Casafont, Maria Magdalena Pastor, Jordi Bonada
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
The results of an on-going research program to develop a design procedure for perforated industrial storage rack columns are presented. The design procedure includes the effects of distortional buckling. The types of columns studied include those commonly used in Europe and some that are used in the US. The design procedure is being developed based on finite element studies verified by physical testing. The design procedure involves the use of the current US rack column design approach with an extension to distortional buckling with Finite Strip Method (FSM) solutions and Direct Strength Method (DSM) approaches. The approach originally developed for …
An Efficient Genetic Algorithm For The Design Optimization Of Cold-Formed Steel Portal Frame Buildings, Duoc T. Phan, James B. P. Lim, Tiku T. Tanyimboh, Wei Sha
An Efficient Genetic Algorithm For The Design Optimization Of Cold-Formed Steel Portal Frame Buildings, Duoc T. Phan, James B. P. Lim, Tiku T. Tanyimboh, Wei Sha
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
The design optimization of cold-formed steel portal frame buildings is considered in this paper. The real-coded genetic algorithm (GA) optimizer proposed considers both building’s topology (i.e. frame spacing and pitch) and cross-sectional sizes of the main structural members as the decision variables that are optimized. Previous GAs in the literature were characterized by poor convergence including slow progress that usually results in excessive computation times and/or frequent failure to achieve an optimal or near-optimal solution. This is the main issue addressed in this paper. In an effort to improve the performance of the conventional GA, a niching strategy is presented …
Advanced Design Optimization Of Cold-Formed Steel Portal Frame Buildings, Duoc T. Phan, James B. P. Lim, Tiku T. Tanyimboh, Wei Sha
Advanced Design Optimization Of Cold-Formed Steel Portal Frame Buildings, Duoc T. Phan, James B. P. Lim, Tiku T. Tanyimboh, Wei Sha
CCFSS Proceedings of International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures (1971 - 2018)
The design optimization of cold-formed steel portal frame buildings is considered in this paper. The objective function is based on the cost of the members for the main frame and secondary members (i.e., purlins, girts, and cladding for walls and roofs) per unit area on the plan of the building. A realcoded niching genetic algorithm is used to minimize the cost of the frame and secondary members that are designed on the basis of ultimate limit state. It is shown that the proposed algorithm shows effective and robust capacity in generating the optimal solution, owing to the population’s diversity being …