To quantify the postpeak residual capacity and
to gain insights into the load transfer mechanism of a shear
wall, nail connection tests were performed on salvaged
connections after a monotonic shear wall test loaded up
to peak load. Experimental results reveal that there is a
loss of strength in most...
Wood I-joists are often left uncovered and exposed to the weather during construction, allowing the oriented strandboard and laminated veneer lumber in these systems to be adversely affected by water absorption. Manufacturers typically specify that these materials be protected from wetting, but this can be difficult in wetter climates. There...
Routine inspection of wood utility poles to detect internal decay involves drilling holes at or about the ground line. While these holes are useful for detecting internal decay, their presence raises concern among engineers about their potential effects on pole flexural properties. The effect of inspection holes on flexural properties...