Roof Framing Connections in Conventional Residential Construction

This study documents the structural behavior of key framing connections in conventional roof systems. Loading conditions included shear loads on roof-to-wall connections using various toe-nails and an enhanced connection using a simple roof tie clip. Heel joint connections of rafter-ceiling joist assemblies were also tested and analyized. Tests were conducted of systems as well as individual joints to evaluate system effects relative to element based design practice. Recommendations are made to improve design practice by changing wood connections design to a capacity basis as well as other modifications that better represent the type of connection conditions addressed in this study.

Published in 2002
64 pages
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