This study investigates the ultimate strength and curling influence in single shear bolted connection with 7075-T6 aluminum alloys using numerical approach. The applicability of finite element analysis was validated through the comparison between existing test results and numerical predictions. Curling was observed in some specimens with a relatively long end distance and reduced the ultimate strength of bolted connection. Strength reduction ratio by curling was estimated quantitatively and it is known that curling caused the strength reduction by maximum 21%.

• 황보경(학생회원, 한밭대학교, 건축공학과, 학사과정) | Hwang, Bo-Kyung
• 김태수(정회원, 한밭대학교, 건축공학과, 부교수, 공학박사) | Kim, Tae-Soo 교신저자