Seismic collectors in composite steel deck diaphragms

Robert B. Fleischman, Anshul Agarwal, Haitham Ayyad, Richard Sause, James Ricles, Chi Ming Uang

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Abstract

Seismic collectors are elements that bring inertial forces to the Seismic Force Resisting System elements. In steel composite structures, collectors are typically part of the underlying frame, modified to carry collector forces as needed. Due to the reversing nature of earthquake loads, collectors are designed both for tension (with a focus on connections) and compression (beamcolumns). The actual seismic demands on the collector elements are poorly defined. The steel composite deck floor system is a complicated indeterminate assemblage that must maintain gravity load resistance while transferring the collector forces. An analytical research program is presented to study of the seismic performance of collectors in composite steel deck diaphragms, including load paths, characteristics under compression and tension, and the impact of the composite slab in load participation and bracing. Design recommendations are sought for appropriate strength and details of steel composite collectors.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationComposite Construction in Steel and Concrete VIII - Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Composite Construction in Steel and Concrete, 2017
EditorsGian Andrea Rassati, Jerome F. Hajjar, Roberto T. Leon
PublisherAmerican Institute of Steel Construction, AISC
Pages274-285
Number of pages12
ISBN (Print)9781564240620
StatePublished - 2017
Event8th International Conference on Composite Construction in Steel and Concrete, 2017 - Jackson, United States
Duration: Jul 29 2017Aug 2 2017

Publication series

NameComposite Construction in Steel and Concrete VIII - Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Composite Construction in Steel and Concrete, 2017

Conference

Conference8th International Conference on Composite Construction in Steel and Concrete, 2017
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityJackson
Period7/29/178/2/17

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Building and Construction

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