STUDY OF ADHESIVE CONNECTIONS IN TIMBER GLASS COMPOSITE BEAMS

Abstract

In this paper, the bonding nature of various adhesives as a structural connection in glass timber composite beams has been studied. This paper gives clear idea about the glued joints in the composite glass timber beams. The critical factors to be considered for the application of adhesives as a structural connection in glass timber composite beams has been investigated in the paper. In temporary structures, the glass timber composite beams will be a considerable alternative for the conventional beams. In addition, the glass web portion permits the light to pass through it. Thus, the artificial light energy required inside the structure will be reduced. This makes the composite beams to be energy efficient structural component in the temporary structures. This paper mainly focuses on the application of various adhesives as structural connection. The review on the connection property of the adhesives is made for the clear understanding of the connection in glass timber composite I – beams