Numerical and Analytical Investigation of Aluminium Bracket Strengthening

Abstract

This paper focuses on an analytical and numerical investigation of aluminium brackets used to fasten light-weight curtain walls to building facilities. The authors propose a solution to increase the load capacity of aluminium brackets by means of additional cover plates (straps). This paper also includes a short survey of literature and material properties concerning the EN AW-6060 T6 aluminium alloy. This paper suggests an initiation of a comprehensive investigation on aluminium brackets.

Keywords

• aluminium bracket
• cover plates
• mechanical properties
• EN AW-6060 T66
• FEM