Elastic tubular joint element for modelling of multi-brace, uni-planar tubular connections

Traditionally, an analytical model of an offshore structure is composed of beam-column elements rigidly interconnected. However, considerable flexibility exists at the joints where chord outer wall deforms locally, and produces flexibility. In this paper, a new elastic joint element is introduced to...

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Published in:Ships and offshore structures 2015-07, Vol.10 (4), p.404-415
Main Authors: Alanjari, Pejman, Asgarian, Behrouz, Salari, Neda
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
brace
chord
Deformation
Finite element analysis
joint flexibility
Joint strength
local deformation
Materials elasticity
multi-brace connection
Numerical analysis
Offshore
Steel
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Summary:Traditionally, an analytical model of an offshore structure is composed of beam-column elements rigidly interconnected. However, considerable flexibility exists at the joints where chord outer wall deforms locally, and produces flexibility. In this paper, a new elastic joint element is introduced to consider the local flexibilities for TY- and K-type tubular joints. The element is developed on the basis of flexibility matrix and it is implemented in a finite-element programme to account for local joint flexibility effects in numerical models of steel structures made from tubular members. The element is suitable for modelling of multi-brace, uni-planar tubular joints. The results are validated by more sophisticated model using multi-purpose programmes and compared against conventional rigid-joint models. Based on the results of this study, it is concluded that incorporating the effects of joint flexibility results in more realistic response prediction of offshore structures.
ISSN:1744-5302
1754-212X
DOI:10.1080/17445302.2014.942077