Bolted link-column joints in eccentrically braced frames

Based on a limited number of experiments, current practice is to use fully welded link-column connections for links in eccentrically braced frames. Since the use of field welded connections has its limitations, the use of bolted connections may be an attractive alternative. The extended and plate connection was selected for testing in link-column joint applications in eccentrically braced frames. The objective of this study is to evaluate the …