Steel structures serve as the cornerstone of contemporary architecture, combining strength, flexibility, and long-lasting durability. The integrity and stability of these structures depends largely on the connections between the different steel components. These connections are designed to transfer loads as well as withstand various forces like shear, tension and bending. With the integration of Structural BIM Services, the AEC professionals can better visualize, plan and also execute these complex connections in a digital environment thereby ensuring more accurate and efficient designs. Understanding the types of connections and their configurations is also essential for the detailers to ensure safe and efficient design.
This infographic explores the various types of connections used in steel structures, their advantages along with the common configurations.
Conclusion:
Each connection type plays a specific role in ensuring the structural integrity of the steel buildings as well as the infrastructures. The selection of connection by the AEC personnel totally depends on the loads, stress and also on the type of structure being built. They can also test various design iterations with different connections using Structural BIM.