Structural Behavior of a PIP Slip Joint under Pure Bending Considering Nonlinear Buckling

Abstract

This study investigates the structural behavior of a particular mechanical joint subjected to bending and perturbation and the selection of overlapping lengths for this CHS structure arrangement. We began this research by meticulously validating the methodology through a rigorous replication of a prior experimental study, establishing its reliability as a solid foundation. Subsequently, the process was applied to pile-in-pile (PIP) slip joints with varying overlapping lengths. The primary aim was to determine the optimal overlapping length, a critical parameter in this analysis, encompassing the evaluation of stiffness, bending capacities, and joint efficacy. These investigations reveal a clear correlation between increasing overlapping length and heightened joint stiffness. An optimal overlapping length that strikes a harmonious balance between stiffness, bending capacity, and joint efficiency was identified. These findings hold substantial promise for enhancing the joint design of tubular sections, particularly within the context of wind-turbine structures. Using this novel joint can be promising in increasing the efficiency and reliability of CHS structures in future construction and performance.

Keywords

• PIP slip joint
• CHS
• overlapping length
• offshore structure
• renewable energy
• perturbation