Abstract
Recent research studies at the University of Missouri-Rolla (UMR) have focused on developing a better understanding of the behavior of cold-formed steel members and truss assemblies. This research was initiated by the more widespread use of cold-formed steel in the residential construction market, and the need to provide structurally reliable, as well as highly economical design solutions. Steel trusses are commonly assembled using C-shaped sections and self-drilling screws. Based on UMR findings, appropriate design recommendations have been proposed for the web and chord members of a truss. Also of concern is the introduction of large holes in the webs of floor joists. To assess the effect of the web opening, a multi-phased research effort has recently been concluded. This paper summarizes the UMR studies, and the suggested design recommendations. © 1998 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.
Recommended Citation
R. A. LaBoube and W. W. Yu, "Recent Research and Developments in Cold-Formed Steel Framing," Thin-Walled Structures, vol. 32, no. 1 thru 3, pp. 19 - 39, Elsevier, Jan 1998.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1016/s0263-8231(98)00026-3
Department(s)
Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
Bending; C-sections; Cold-formed steel; Openings; Shear; Truss; Web crippling; Webs
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
0263-8231
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2024 Elsevier, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Jan 1998
Comments
National Science Foundation, Grant None