Force distribution in bolted cover plate splices, part 1
This article helps understand the distribution of different loads acting on a bolted cover plate splice. It can be even said that a similar distribution concerns the distribution of forces within a section in general element design. Some comments could be only extended on torsional effects for I-section beams, but this can be easily found in other technical publications. There are two different elements to be considered when dealing with bolted cover plate splices: flange pla