Mechanical Performance of Connections in Steel and Composite Structures
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Structures".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2026 | Viewed by 6
Special Issue Editors
Interests: steel structures; steel–concrete composite structures; structural fire engineering; seismic engineering; engineering mechanics; finite element modelling
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Interests: cold-formed steel structures; steel–concrete composite structures; marine engineering; composite materials
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Connections are fundamental components that ensure the safety, integrity, and serviceability of steel and composite structures. Their mechanical performance directly influences the global behavior, stiffness, and ductility of structural systems, especially under complex loading conditions such as earthquakes, fire, and fatigue. Recent advances in materials, fabrication technologies, and analytical modeling have significantly expanded our understanding of connection behavior and opened up new opportunities for the development of more efficient and sustainable connection systems.
This Special Issue on “Mechanical Performance of Connections in Steel and Composite Structures” aims to gather together the latest research findings and engineering practices regarding the design, analysis, and experimental assessment of various connection types. We welcome studies that contribute to improving structural resilience, reusability, and sustainability through innovative connection concepts and design methods.
Potential areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following topics:
- Experimental and numerical investigations of steel and composite connections;
- Bolted, welded, and hybrid connection systems;
- Seismic, fire, and fatigue performance of connections;
- Demountable and reusable connection technologies;
- Advanced modeling, simulation, and design methodologies;
- Innovative materials and fabrication techniques for connection improvement;
- Performance-based design approaches for structural connections.
Dr. Youtian Wang
Prof. Dr. Boshan Chen
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- steel connections
- bolted connections
- welded connections
- composite connection
- stainless steels
- high-strength steels
- fininte element modeling
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