Efficient connections for modular prefabricated timber buildings to help reconstruction in Ukraine

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Contributors

  • Robert Jockwer - , Chair of Timber Engineering (Author)
  • Alar Just - , Tallinn University of Technology (Author)
  • Andrii Bidakov - , O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv (Author)
  • Eero Tuhkanen - , Tallinn University of Technology (Author)
  • Dmitrii Kochkarev - , National University of Water and Environmental Engineering (Author)

Abstract

The project presented in the paper aims at the development ofanew solution for an universal connector in Cross-laminated timber structures, which offers the possibility of quick and easy installation and assembly, as well as easy disassembly and reuse. This solution shall contribute to the necessary reconstruction of the damages in Ukraine and facilitate the quick restoration of housing as well as providingalong-lasting sustainable and circular connection solutions. The developed connector isaunit in the form ofasteel plate on glued-in rods, that are embedded in the CLT panels. This allows to connect CLT panels in various arrangements together or to other building parts such as foundations or concrete cores. Connections with glued-in rods are widely used in Eastern European countries, especially in long-span timber structures for buildings of various types.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings from the 14th World Conference on Timber Engineering
EditorsKelly Rischmiller, Mahmoud Abu Saleem, Chloe Downey, Joe Gattas, Duncan Hossy, Lisa Ottenhaus, Wenxuan Wu, Yuhao Zhang, Zidi Yan
PublisherWorld Conference on Timber Engineering (WCTE)
Pages602-609
Number of pages8
ISBN (electronic)9798331320898
Publication statusPublished - 2025
Peer-reviewedYes

Conference

TitleWorld Conference on Timber Engineering 2025
SubtitleAdvancing Timber for the Future Built Environment
Abbreviated titleWCTE 2025
Conference number14
Duration22 - 26 June 2025
Website
LocationBrisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
CityBrisbane
CountryAustralia

External IDs

ORCID /0000-0003-0767-684X/work/225495760

Keywords

Keywords

  • bonded-in rods, CLT panels, connector, disassembly, glued-in rods (GiR), universal joint