Tubular Truss – Joint C – Cross Connection
HSS Design Manual - Example 4-1.4
References
Ericksen, Jason, et. al HSS Design Manual, Volume 4:Truss & Bracing Connections. Glenview, IL: Steel Tube Institute, 2017.Details
From the reference:
Full Truss Design Example – Rectangular Members. For Joint C, the branch force transfers through the chord to the support reaction; therefore this is a cross connection.
Refer to the figure in the reference for additional details.
Results
| Parameter | RAM Connection | Reference | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| X-Connection – Chord wall plastification capacity (kips) | 266.18 | 266 | None |
| Weld design intermediate result – le (in) | 24.46 | 24.47 | None |