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Creator:: Kittel, Mark
Abstract:: The objective of this research was to develop a one-third scale model of full-size (prototype) metal-plate-connected (MPC) wood truss joints using similitude theory. The prototype metal connector plates in MPC joints were modeled using thin galvanized sheet metal and short staples. Truss grade wood material was ripped to one-third scale...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Creator:: Freilinger, Shawn M. Wicks
Abstract:: The objective of this research was to evaluate the duration of load factor for metal-plate-connected (MPC) truss joints subjected to various cyclic loading conditions. Heel and tension-splice joints from a standard 30-foot span Fink truss constructed from nominal 2x4 Douglas-fir lumber were tested. A testing frame similar to that developed...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Creator:: Waltz, Miles E.
Abstract:: As part of a roof framing system, light-frame wood trusses often require lateral bracing to reduce the effective length for flexural buckling of compression web members. This observational research investigates the design requirements for discrete compression web bracing intended to provide such lateral support. Four simple brace analysis methods based...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Creator:: Forest Products Laboratory (U.S.)
Abstract:: Publication restriction has been removed. This report is one of a series issued to aid the nation's defense effort.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
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Creator:: Hale, H. M. and Forest Products Laboratory (U.S.)
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Design and Specifications," by A . H. Mackenzie, approved December 30, 191 g . The high percentage of

Creator:: Forest Products Laboratory (U.S.) and Selbo, M. L. (Magnus Leonard), 1901-
Abstract:: Original report dated May 1948. Information reviewed and reaffirmed March 1956.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: oak. A joint employing a single gusset appeared to be a less satisfactory construction than a double

Creator:: Groom, Kevin
Abstract:: Nailed connections have nonlinear load-displacement relations. Modeling these connections in an assembled structure would require a great amount of computational time because of the large number of degrees of freedom. Replacing these connections with energetically-equivalent nonlinear springs reduces the number of degrees of freedom, and leads to computational efficiency in...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Creator:: Homayouni, Taymaz
Abstract:: This thesis explores the development of biomechanical models for evaluating a new class of passive mechanical implants for orthopedic surgery. The proposed implants take the form of passive engineered mechanisms and will be used to improve the functional attachment of muscles to tendons and bone by modifying the transmission of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: methodology for the design and inclusion of the implants into biomechanical models and validating the

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