Investigating the Load-Bearing Behavior of Composite Cold-Formed Steel Decking
Volume Title: ICASGE2025
Paper ID : 1102-ICASGE-FULL
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Civil Engineering , Faculty of Engineering , Alexandria , Egypt
Abstract
Many countries face challenges in renovating historical houses and residences, particularly those with wooden roofs that have deteriorated over time. I have designed a decking system that effectively addresses this issue, offering a modern solution to reinforce and replace aging structures while preserving their historical value.
This article outlines the evolution of decking system construction utilizing steel and timber. The proposed system integrates cold-formed sigma cross sections with wood-based boards, benefiting from the excellent load-bearing properties of steel and the aesthetic and thermal advantages of wood. This synergy results in a versatile solution particularly well-suited for the renovation of historical buildings, museums, warehouses, and factories. The lightweight nature of the system allows for substantial structural upgrades without compromising the integrity of existing structures.
To assess and compare the performance of various composite cold-formed steel (CFS) decking systems, ABAQUS finite element software was employed, focusing on factors such as span variations, steel thickness, section height, and steel fasteners. The findings indicate that incorporating solid fasteners at the system supports significantly enhances the load-carrying capacity. This lightweight construction method offers a modern solution that respects architectural integrity while improving structural performance.
This article outlines the evolution of decking system construction utilizing steel and timber. The proposed system integrates cold-formed sigma cross sections with wood-based boards, benefiting from the excellent load-bearing properties of steel and the aesthetic and thermal advantages of wood. This synergy results in a versatile solution particularly well-suited for the renovation of historical buildings, museums, warehouses, and factories. The lightweight nature of the system allows for substantial structural upgrades without compromising the integrity of existing structures.
To assess and compare the performance of various composite cold-formed steel (CFS) decking systems, ABAQUS finite element software was employed, focusing on factors such as span variations, steel thickness, section height, and steel fasteners. The findings indicate that incorporating solid fasteners at the system supports significantly enhances the load-carrying capacity. This lightweight construction method offers a modern solution that respects architectural integrity while improving structural performance.
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