Research

Research Library

The following is a list of all research projects AISC is involved in. Click on the title of each column to sort it and click on any title to learn more about that project.

* denotes a Milek Fellowship Award project

Report Title Primary Investigator(s) Institution Year AISC Report No.
Progressive Collapse Resistance of Steel Building Floors Albolhassan Astaneh-Asl University of California, Berkeley 2001 3101
Design of Single Plate Shear Connections with Snug-Tight Bolts in Short Slotted Holes Albolhassan Astaneh-Asl University of California, Berkeley 1990 1415
Moment Rotation Characteristics of a Simple Steel Base Plate Connection Albolhassan Astaneh-Asl University of California, Berkeley 1989 1325
Analytical and Experimental Studies of Double Angle Framing Connections Albolhassan Astaneh-Asl University of California, Berkeley 1988 1300
Design of Single Plate Framing Connections Albolhassan Astaneh-Asl University of California, Berkeley 1988 1293
Analytical and Experimental Investigation of the Extended Stiffened Moment End-Plate Connection with Four Bolts at the Beam Tension Flange Albolhassan Astaneh-Asl Thomas M. Murray University of Oklahoma 1985 1360
Strength and Ductility of Welded Joints Subjected to Out-of-Plane Bending Amit Kanvinde and Gilbert Gronde University of California, Davis and University of Alberta 2008 3237
Shear Transfer in Exposed Column Base Plates Phase I Amit Kavinde and Gregory Deierlein University of California, Davis and Stanford University 2009 3278
Unification of Flush End-Plate Design Procedures Anant R. Kukreti and Thomas M. Murray University of Oklahoma 1985 1733
Finite Element Analysis of Two-Tension Bolt Flush End-Plate Connections Anant R. Kukreti and Thomas M. Murray University of Oklahoma 1984 1054
Structural Fire Engineering and Design of Filled Composite Plate Shear Walls (SpeedCore) Ataollah Taghipour Anvari, Saahastaranshu Bhardwaj, Preshit Wazalwa, Amit Varma Purdue University 2020 --
Development of Connection Detail for Connecting Steel Beams to Composite Columns Atorod Azizinamini University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1992 1460
Review of Weldability of Proposed Single Grade 50 Steel for Structural Shapes B. A. Graville Graville Associates Inc. 1995 3045
Design Development for Steel Strongback Braced Frames to Mitigate Concentrations of Damage Barbara Simpson University of California, Berkeley 2018 --
Ad Hoc Task Group Report on High Strength Steel Ben Schafer AISC Committee on Specifications Task Group on High Strength Steel 2019 --
Ad Hoc Task Group Report on Local Buckling (Width-to-thickness) Limits Ben Schafer AISC Committee on Specifications Task Group on Local Buckling (Width-to-thickness) Limits 2020 --
Tests of Bolted Shear Web Connections Bert G. Shelton and Joseph A. Yura University of Texas, Austin 1981 989
Fillet and PJP Welds Bo Dowswell, Clayton Cox, Mohamed S. Gallow, and Fouad H. Fouad ARC International, LLC 2021 --
The Effect of Profile and Root Geometry on the Strength of Fillet Welds Brian P. Quinn Purdue University 1991 1407
A Study of Welded Bracket to Web Connections of Rolled I-Sections with Low Web Slenderness Ratios Bruce E. Hopper Clarkson College of Technology 1983 1055
Three-Dimensional Finite Element Simulation of the Seismic Behavior of Multitier Concentrically Braced Frames C.D. Stoakes, L.A. Fahnestock University of Iowa, University of Illinois 2014 --
The Behavior of Trusses with Eccentric Joints Carl E. Kurt University of Kansas 1990 1406
Proposed Metric Wide-Flange Shape Series Charles G. Schilling N/a 1992 3016
Load and Resistance Factor Design of Steel Structures for Fatigue Charles S. Nolan and Pedro Albrecht University of Maryland 1983 1035
Cyclic Testing of Bolted Flange Plate Steel Moment Connections for Special Moment Frames Chia-Ming Uang University of California, San Diego 2007 3245
Cyclic Behavior of Steel Columns with Combined High Axial Load and Drift Demand Chia-Ming Uang University of California, San Diego 2006 3245
Experimental Verification of a Procedure for SMF Continuity Plate Weld Design Chia-Ming Uang University of California, San Diego 2017 --
Effect of the Straightening Method on the Cyclic Behavior of k Area in Steel Rolled Shapes Chia-Ming Uang and Brandon Chi University of California, San Diego 2001 3071
Robustness in Structural Steel Framing Systems Chris Foley Marquette University 2007 3277
Steel Beam to Column Connections D. A. Nethercot University of Sheffield 1984 1084
Column Stiffener Detailing and Panel Zone Behavior of Steel Moment Frame Connections Daeyong Lee University of Minnesota 2002 3179
Design of Steel Tied Arch Bridges Dann H. Hall Bridge Software Development International Ltd. 1985 1171
Shear Connector Spacing in Composite Members with Formed Steel Deck David C. Klyee Lehigh University 1988 1290
Tensile Strength of Embedded Anchor Groups: Tests and Strength Models David Grilli, Amit Kanvinde University of California, Davis 2015 --
Steel Construction Process Study (Tolerances) David Ruby Ruby & Associates 2004 3205
General Loading of Semi-Rigid Connections Deryl Lee Earsom Washington University 1987 2091
* Development of Long Span Floor Systems for Multi-Story Residential Structures Devin Huber and Amit Varma Purdue University 2008 --
Structural Adhesives Workshop Devin Huber and Chris Garrell AISC 2019 --
SpeedCore Summit Devin Huber and Jennifer Traut-Todaro AISC 2019 --
Determination of Column Fixity at Column Bases Donald D. Cannon, Jr. University of Tennessee, Knoxville 1984 1106
Testing and Design of Extended Shear Tabs Donald R. Sherman and Al Ghorbanpoor University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee 2000 3039
Design of Extended Shear Tabs Donald Sherman and Al Ghorbanpoor University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee 2002 3095
Strength and Stiffness of Semi-Composite Connections Douglas ammerman and Roberto Leon University of Minnesota 1985 1135
Stiffened Seated Connections to Column Webs Duane S. Ellifritt University of Florida 1994 1482
Characterization of Cyclic Inelastic Strain Behavior on Properties of A572 Gr. 50 and A913 Gr. 50 Rolled Sections E.J. Kaufmann Lehigh University 2001 3048
Effect of the Straightening Method on the k Area Loading Behavior or Rolled Column Sections E.J. Kaufmann and J.W. Fisher Lehigh University 2001 3074
Modeling Reserve System Performance for Low-Ductility Braced Frames Eric Hines Tufts University 2012 --
* Thin Composite Two-Way Flooring System for Steel Structural Systems Eugene Boadi-Danquah, Duncan MacLachlan, Brian Robertson, Tristan Yount, Matthew Fadden, and William Collins University of Kansas 2021 --
Updating Standard Shape Material Properties Database for Design and Reliability F.M. Bartlett and R.J. Dexter University of Western Ontario and University of Minnesota 2001 3062
The Effect of Burrs on Shear Capacity of Bolted Connections Farrel J. Zwerneman Oklahoma State University 1991 1392
Hybrid Steel Frames Finley Charney Virginia Tech 2013 --
The Effect of Repair Welds on Service Performance G. Slater The Welding Institute 1983 1032
Continued Research on Mechanical Property Improvements in Electroslag Welding of High Strength, Low Alloy Steel G.H. Reynolds MNSW, Inc. 1984 1056
Structural Tests of Large Pin-Connected Links G.T. Blake US Steel Research 1981 1033
Investigation into Shear Stud Fatigue Demands Gary S. Prinz University of Arkansas 2019 --
Strength of Transverse Fillet Welds Made with Filler Metals without Specified Toughness Gilbert Grondin University of Alberta 2002 3097
Framing Strategies for Robustness in Steel Buildings Gustavio Cortes, Judy Liu LeTourneau University, Purdue University 2015 --
Progressive Collapse Analysis of an Existing Building Halil Sezen Ohio State University 2009 3280
Beam Web Connections with Coped Top Flanges Harrison J. Wilson University of Toronto 1980 3256
Examination of Resistance Factor for Load and Resistance Factor Design Criteria Hasun Jeong Pennsylvania State University 1981 1045
Effective Throat for Flare Bevel and Flare Groove Welds J.A. Packer and G.S. Frater University of Toronto 2003 3177
The Behavior and Analysis of Double Row Bolted Shear Web Connections J.M. Ricles and J.A. Yura University of Texas, Austin 1980 973
Statistical Analysis of Charpy V-Notch Toughness for Steel Wide Flange Structural Shapes Jacques Cattan American Institute of Steel Construction 1995 3018
Design of Moment Connections for Composite Framed Structures James A. Yura, James O. Jirsa and Gregory E. Deierlein University of Texas, Austin 1988 1278
Moment Connections Between Steel Beams and Concrete Columns James A. Yura, James O. Jirsa, and Tauqir M. Sheikh University of Texas, Austin 1987 1279
Steel Beam to Box Column Connections James C. Anderson University of Southern California 1991 1399
Development of Seismic Guidelines for Deep-Column Steel Moment Connections James Ricles Lehigh University 2004 3216
Effects of Variable Pretension on Bolted Connection Behavior James Swanson University of Cincinnati 2002 3175
Weld Design for Rectangular HSS Overlapped K- Connections Jeffrey Packer University of Toronto 2014 --
Behavior of Bolted Steel Slip-Critical Connections with Fillers Jerome F. Hajjar University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign 2008 3240
Thermal Break Strategies for Cladding Systems in Building Structures Jerome F. Hajjar Northeastern University 2017 --
Synthesis of Design, Testing and Analysis Research on Steel Column Base Plate Connections in High-Seismic Zones Jerome Hajjar and Robert Dexter University of Minnesota 2005 3273
Towards Systems Behavior Factors for Composite Frames: Experimental and Analytical Studies Jerome Hajjar and Roberto Leon University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Georgia Tech 2011 3282
Failure Analysis of Steel Specimens Subjected to Blast Loads John Barsom Barsom Consulting Ltd. 2005 3214
Failure Analysis of a Welded Moment-Resisting Interior Connection John Barsom Barsom Consulting Ltd. 2001 3099
Strength and Behavior of Double-Tee Tubular Joints in Tension Joseph A. Yura University of Texas, Austin 1986 1154
Bracing for Stability Joseph A. Yura and Todd A. Helwig University of Texas, Austin University of Houston 1995 3305
Energy Dissipating Cladding-to-Frame Connections Julie Mark Cohen Earthquake Engineering Research Center 1991 1398
Effect of Loading Angle on the Behavior of Fillet Welds Kam Deng University of Alberta 2003 3222
Lateral Buckling of Short I-Beams Under Cyclic Loading Keith D. Hjelmstad University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign 1990 1422
Optimal Design of Framed Structures Under Multiple Loading Conditions Based on a Stability Criterion Keith D. Hjelmstad University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign 1989 1404
Analysis and Design of Eccentric Stiffeners Part of Moment Connections to Column Flanges Keith J. Kowalkowski and Javier Alvarez Rodilla Lawrence Tech 2019 --
Effects of Slab Post-Tensioning on Supporting Steel Beams Kent Harries University of Pittsburgh 2007 3276
Deconstructable Systems for Sustainable Design of Steel and Composite Structures Lizhong Wang, Lucas N. Troup, Kyle Coleman, Mathhew J. Eckelman, Jerry Hajjar, Clayton Brown, and Mark D. Webster Northeastern University 2016 --
Behavior of Tension Butt Joints Using Bolts and Welds in Combination M.D. Bowman Purdue University 1986 1232
Welded-Welded Double Framing Angle Connection Moments Marc C. LeBouton and Ralph M. Richard University of Arizona 1987 1295
Analytical and Empirical Models of Axial Force Displacement Behavior of Steel Double Angles Mario de Stefano and Albolhassan Astaneh-Asl University of California, Berkeley 1990 1613
Investigation of Bearing and Tearout of Steel Bolted Connections Mark D. Denavit, Nicolo Franceschetti, Andrew Shahan University of Tennessee, Knoxville 2021 --
Alternative Weld Details and Design for Continuity Plates and Doubler Plates for Applications in Special and Intermediate Moment Frames Mathew Reynolds Chia-Ming Uang University of California, San Diego 2020 --
Evaluation of the Effect of Boat-Shaped Welds and Pneumatic Power Actuated Fasteners on the Seismic Behavior of Moment Frames Matthew Eatherton Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 2015 --
Experiments on the Impact of Higher Strength Steel on Local Buckling and Overstrength of Links in EBFs Michael Engelhardt University of Texas at Austin 2001 3204
* Damage Resistant Design Methodology for Multi-Hazard Resilient Buildings Michael Pollino, Derek Slovenec, Laura Rendos, Gwen Evans Case Western Reserve University 2019 --
Cyclic Inelastic Behavior of Concrete Filled Sandwich Panel Walls Subjected to In-Plane Flexure Michel Bruneau University at Buffalo 2014 --
R-Factors for Coupled Composite Plate Shear Walls / Concrete Filled (CC-PSW/CF) Michel Bruneau, Amit Varma, Emre Kizilarslan, Morgan Broberg, Soheil Shafaei, Jungil Seo Purdue University and the University at Buffalo 2019 CPF#05-17
Behavior of Webs of Rolled Sections Under In-Plane Compressive Loads Mohamed Elgaaly University of Maine 1990 1511
Understanding the Behavior of Steel Connections with Bolts and Welds in Combination Mohamed Soliman, Bruce Russell, Christopher Waite, Ligang Shen, Ethan Stringer Oklahoma State University 2021 --
Economic and Serviceable Seismic Systems Phase II - All-Bolted Buckling Restrained Braced Frames Patrick McManus and Jay Puckett Martin/Martin Inc. and University of Wyoming 2011 3283
Pull-Through Testing of Plate Washers for Column Anchor Rod Applications Paul A. Cozzens, Gian Andrea Rassati, James A. Swanson University of Cincinnati 2021 --
Development of Testing Protocol for Short Links with Eccentrically Braced Frames Paul Richards University of California, San Diego 2003 3186
Design of All-Bolted Extended Double Angle, Single Angle, and Tee Shear Connections Perry Green and Thomas Sputo University of Florida 2005 3218