Elastic behavior of riveted double angle connections in tension

Abstract T‐stubs and L‐stubs loaded in tension are generally assumed contact with a rigid foundation. The prying force stiffness of these components depend on this hypothesis. For double web angle riveted connections, the rests deformable beam/column web. objective present paper is to take into account effects deformability development area, rivet forces tensile stiffness. An enhanced theory beam tensionless Winkler foundation adopted lift‐off areas. axial bending flexibilities rivets also considered. A numerical analysis performed ANSYS order validate analytical model. sensitivity study conducted influence thickness horizontal leg. results good agreement, which confirms accuracy proposed mechanical