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2021-02-02

Non-Continuous Weld Seams

When using interrupted welds between the rail and flange, make sure that the applied weld length does not exceed the length of the rigid load application of the wheel load according to Equation 6.1 in [1].

Definition of Non-Continuous Weld Seam
Definition of Non-Continuous Weld Seam

If this is the case, the length of the rigid load transmission becomes governing for the design of the weld seams. No difference in the design ratio arises in the weld seam design compared to the use of the continuous rail weld seams.

Timber Design According to British Standard
Timber Design According to British Standard

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  1. EC 3. (2009). Eurocode 3: Design of Steel Structures - Part 6: Crane Supporting Structures; EN 1993-6:2007 + AC:2009
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