HSS Effective Weld Length Calculator
Calculate the effective weld length for various connection types to HSS chords accounting for the uneven load distribution around the perimeter of the connection. Connections types include:
- Transverse Plate T- and Cross-connections with branch axial load
- Rectangular HSS T-, Y-, and Cross-connections with branch axial or moment load
- Round HSS T-, Y-, and Cross-connections with branch axial load
- Gapped K-connections with branch axial load
- Overlapped K-connections with branch axial load
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