<![CDATA[In Indonesia, one of the most common forms of connection is the Bolted Flange Plate (BFP) moment connection. Nevertheless, their current setups do not satisfy the strict requirements outlined in AISC 358-22. Therefore, this study uses advanced sub-assemblage numerical modeling simulations using ANSYS software to propose a novel way to integrate a half WF extended end-plate connection and trapezoidal haunch in order to fortify BFP moment connections, which does not meet the requirement required by AISC 358-22. Methodologically, the research entails comprehensive modeling and analysis of the proposed retrofit scheme. Six distinct connection models were scrutinized: the BFP-UR representing the existing connection extracted from a structure in Surabaya; the BFP-R4E and BFP-R4ES models, embodying connection retrofits with a half WF extended end-plate; and the BFP-RTR and BFP-RSTR models, embodying connection retrofits with a trapezoidal haunch. Additionally, the BFP-RTRE model integrates both an extended end plate and a trapezoidal haunch in the retrofit scheme. The analytical findings unveil that the proposed strengthening paradigm manifests heightened and superior rotational moment characteristics relative to the pre-reinforcement configuration, albeit encountering stiffness degradation attributable to buckling effects on the main beam. Notably, the analysis indicates that degradation ensues when rotational displacement exceeds 4%, with only the BFP-RTR and BFP-RSTR models exhibiting degradation at a 3% rotation threshold. Crucially, the connections demonstrate the capability to withstand 80% of the beam’s plastic moment under a 4% rotational displacement, thereby aligning with the stringent requisites delineated in AISC 341-22. Doi: 10.28991/CEJ-2024-010-08-03 Full Text: PDF]]>
