FULL DEPTH CONNECTION PLATES

 

Purpose:  Used to specify type of connection plates to which bracing is attached to the girder.

 

-->    Given in girder input

 

Checks category C fatigue condition at inside of flange at governing brace location.  This assumes the connection plate is welded to the tension flange.

 

 

Related topics:

Intermediate Transverse Stiffeners

Stiffener Settings

Girder Definition Input Reference