Design optimization and fabrication of galvanized tubular steel trusses

点击翻译按钮获取中文摘要

Corrosion protection is of paramount importance to exposed steel structures such as bridges, industrial plants,transmission towers and coastal structures, because corrosion costs money, jobs and even lives. Galvanizedsteel structures have numerous advantages in economical, environment protection and energy-saving aspects. Agood understanding of the effects of different fabrication processes on the short- and long-term performancesof galvanized steel connections is essential for structural design. However, research in this field is insufficient.This project will help Ebco Metal Finishing optimize the fabrication processes for galvanized tubular steeltrusses to ensure the intended service lives of the structures.