Effect of Moisture Cycling on Mechanical Response of Metal-Plate Connector Jointswith and without an Adhesive Interface

摘要

Wood trusses are frequently located in light-frame structures where they aresubjected to significant shifts in moisture conditions. However, little is known about the effects of moisture cycling of the wood members on the mechanical behavior of metal-plate connector (MPC) joints. Results of this study indicate that moisture cycling significantly affects the mechanical performance of MPC joints.