7. Summary Table: Connection Types

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are two types of joints covered in this section?

   Hint

   Think of methods used to connect steel pieces.

2. 2.

   What is a fillet weld?

   Hint

   Consider the shape it forms.

3. 3.

   What type of connection uses heat to join steel parts?

   • Bolted Connections
   • Welded Connections
   • Both

   Hint

   Think about how the materials are joined.

4. 4.

   True or False: Bolted connections allow for easier disassembly compared to welded connections.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider which connection type is intended for temporary setups.

5. 5.

   Design a bolted connection for a beam-to-column joint that transfers a shear load of 200 kN. Outline the required bolt type and layout.

   Hint

   Consider factors like load distribution and safety codes.

6. 6.

   Calculate the effective throat thickness for a fillet weld required to carry a load of 50 kN. If the weld size is 10 mm, what should you ensure?

   Hint

   Use the relation: Throat Thickness = 0.7 × Weld Size.