Experimental study on the rotational stiffness of joints in coiled formwork brackets
The coiled formwork bracket is a novel type of formwork bracket highly recommended by the state.The rotational stiffness of its joints plays a crucial role in ensuring the stable bearing capacity of the disc buckle scaffolding.However,existing studies have overlooked the impact of the clockwise and counterclockwise rotational stiffness differences of the buckle joints on the bearing capacity of the formwork bracket.To validate the torque-angle curve of the buckle joint obtained through numerical simulation,the joint of the horizontal bar connected to the pole coiled support scaffolding was experimentally examined.This paper investigates the influence of clockwise and counterclockwise loading on the stiffness of the disc joint of formwork support,based on the stress experienced by the horizontal bar in practical engineering.Subsequently,the moment-angle curve of the joint under both clockwise and counterclockwise loading conditions is derived.The loading behavior of the unidirectional disc buckle joint is simulated,analyzed,and subsequently validated through experimentation.The results are as follows:The torque-angle curve and stiffness change pattern of the coiled joint rotating clockwise/counterclockwise are similar.The load-carrying capacity and rotational stiffness during counterclockwise rotation are greater than those during clockwise rotation.The comprehensive torque-angle curve,accounting for the disparity in clockwise rotational stiffness,is better suited for calculating the stable bearing capacity of the coiled formwork bracket.The mounting direction of the buckle joint can be adjusted based on the stress and deformation of each bar at the joint,thereby effectively enhancing the safe bearing capacity of the joint.The experimental results offer valuable data support for the refinement of joint processing in finite element simulations.By simulating the loading process of nodes under various connection and loading methods,the suitability and effectiveness of the finite element method in investigating the mechanical properties of buckle nodes have been further demonstrated.