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  • Strain distribution in OSB and GWB in wood frame shear walls

    Creator:
    Sinha, Arijit
    Abstract:
    The overall goal of this study was to gain an insight into the load sharing aspect between oriented strand board (OSB) and gypsum wall board (GWB) in shear wall assembly during racking load. More specifically the objectives of the study were to: (1) evaluate qualitatively the load sharing between OSB...
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    Masters Thesis
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    ............................................................................................................ 134 LIST OF APPENDIX TABLES Table Page A1. MOE values 2x4(S-series

  • Evaluation of system effects and structural load paths in a wood-framed structure

    Creator:
    Martin, Kenneth G.
    Abstract:
    The objective of this project was to develop an analytical model of a light-framed wood structure using a prevalent structural analysis computer program in order to evaluate system effects and define load paths within the structure, especially under extreme wind events. Simplified modeling techniques and material definitions were developed and...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    Sheathing Uplift Calculation.............................................. 166 K Literature Review

  • Optimizing the performance of gypsum wall board in wood frame shear walls

    Creator:
    Goodall, Scott I.
    Abstract:
    The overall goal of this project was to design a wood frame shear wall that could withstand greater displacement before damage occurred to the Gypsum Wall Board (GWB). More specifically, the objectives of the study were: (1) to evaluate damage to the GWB in alternative shear wall designs at 1%,...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    Appendix K: Discussion of Variability in Results ..................................................... 171

  • An Examination of the Neutral Axis of Wood Beams

    Creator:
    Davis, Phillip M.
    Abstract:
    For wood beams, it is often assumed that the neutral axis is located at the centroid of the beam. The neutral axis of isotropic, homogeneous materials is located at the centroid of the material, but wood is neither isotropic nor homogeneous. The varying grain patterns and knots located throughout wood...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    modulus of elasticity (MOE) of the material being loaded is equal to the tensile MOE of the material

  • The effect of elevated temperature on mechanical behavior of structural wood and wood-based composites

    Creator:
    Sinha, Arijit
    Abstract:
    Engineers, in practice, are often faced with the challenge of evaluating a fire-damaged structure and developing a rehabilitation and retrofit plan. In order to decide on a rehabilitation and retrofit plan, information on thermal degradation of building materials and connections are vital. A critical knowledge gap exists in terms of...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    strength (MOR), bending stiffness (MOE), lateral nail capacity, dowel bearing strength, fracture

  • Evaluation of the torsion test as a method to determine the shear strength of structural composite lumber

    Creator:
    Siller, Tobias Stefan
    Abstract:
    Torsion test was evaluated as a method to determine the shear strength parallel to grain of full-size structural composite lumber (SCL). Experimental results of eighty-five rectangular (44 x 140 mm²) specimens were verified by finite element analysis. Laminated strand lumber (LSL), laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and parallel strand lumber (PSL)...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    all full-size tests. There was no linear relationship between modulus of elasticity (MOE) and shear

  • Slotted-bolted friction damper as a seismic energy dissipator in a braced timber frame

    Creator:
    Tjahyadi, Alfred
    Abstract:
    Friction dampers have been used successfully to dissipate seismic energy in steel and concrete structures. The application is new to timber structures. The objectives of this research were to design a slotted bolted connection (SBC) and evaluate its potential as a passive energy damper in timber brace. The research was...
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    Masters Thesis
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    .) PQruLteL CorbInotIoh (k)p (c) Series Conblno.tion 2p-s-2p Cci'iblno.tion Figure 2.3. Basic Combinations

  • The performance of wood frame shear walls under earthquake loads

    Creator:
    White, Kevin Bradish DelGrande
    Abstract:
    The overall goal of this study is to evaluate the earthquake performance of wood frame shear walls, and more specifically: (1) to compare the performance differences of fully and partially anchored walls under monotonic, cyclic, and earthquake loads, (2) to compare wall performance under earthquake loads with that of standardized...
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    Masters Thesis
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    walls had lower Pmax, Amax, E, and k compared with fully anchored walls; however vertical load caused

  • Performance of partially and fully anchored wood frame shear walls under monotonic, cyclic and earthquake loads

    Creator:
    Seaders, Peter
    Abstract:
    The objectives of this study were to evaluate the performance of wood frame shear walls under monotonic, cyclic and earthquake loads by: (1) estimating the variability of shear wall performance, (2) comparing the performance of walls under each loading protocol, (3) evaluating the effects of anchorage on wall performance, and...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    PHOTOS 80 DETAILED DATA TABLES & LOAD-DEFLECTION GRAPHS 94 LUMBER TEST DATA (MOE, MC, SG) 160

  • Evaluation of remediation techniques for circular holes in the webs of wood I-joists

    Creator:
    Polocoser, Tiberiu
    Abstract:
    The objective of this project was to evaluate methods to remediate a wood I-joist with a single, circular hole in the web while leaving utilities in place. The methods were experimentally evaluated with a full-scale bending test using four equally spaced point loads. There were three depths of joists with...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    ......................................................................................................... 119 Figure F- 28. Series K - No Hole and with Hole