Quiz

Which variables may influence the capacity of a connection *

A) Wood moisture content

B) Wood specific gravity (density)

C) Duration of load

D) All of the above

Row shear, group tear-out, net tension are considered only for connections with glulam rivets. *

True

False

Larger diameters for bolts and pins tend to cause brittle failure, smaller diameters can help achieving ductile behaviour. *

True

False

Self-tapping screws are similar to lag screws. *

True

False

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