7.11–2
(a) LRFD solution. Gross section: Ag5. 12 in.2
tPn0. 90FyAg0. 90365. 12165. 9 kips
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1. Use the basic weld strength for both the longitudinal and transverse welds.
Rn5. 56855583. 52 kips (for one angle)
2. Use 0.85 times the basic weld strength for the longitudinal welds and 1.5 times the
89. 09 2178. 2 kips
Check block shear on the gusset plate in lieu of base metal shear strength.
Agv Anv 3
0. 6FyAgv UbsFuAnt 0. 6363. 7501. 0581. 875189. 8 kips
1. 2D1. 63D142. 4, Solution is: 23. 73 kips
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