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http://dx.doi.org/10.7781/kjoss.2014.26.6.511

Evaluation of Vibration and Structural Performance of an Innovative Sliding Step Steel Stair Using Full-Scale Mock-up Test  

Kim, Sung Yong (Dept. of Architecture and Architectural Engineering, Seoul National University)
Lee, Cheol Ho (Dept. of Architecture and Architectural Engineering, Seoul National University)
Kim, Na Eun (Dept. of Architecture and Architectural Engineering, Seoul National University)
Cho, Sung Sang (Taeyoung E&C)
Chung, Woon Ok (Sun Woo Eng Co. Ltd.)
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Journal of Korean Society of Steel Construction / v.26, no.6, 2014 , pp. 511-522 More about this Journal
Abstract
In this study, an innovative steel stair system is presented which enables rapid erection and high quality control in both residential and office building construction. This system features two lightweight steel stringers of box shape, bolted connections easy to absorb construction tolerance, and stair steps movable transversely (or sliding steps) such that the work space needed for concrete stairway wall could be easily provided. In this type of stairway system, other than providing robust connecting details, ensuring vibration performance is especially important since this system may be vibration-sensitive due to lightweight nature and/or probable low damping. To tackle these issues, a series of full-scale mock-up tests were conducted by using box-shape stringer members with or without concrete-fill. The connection system was shown to be sufficiently stiff and strong, or it remained elastic even under the 160% of service load level. Among the seven stringer alternatives, five exhibited satisfactory vibration performance according to the related North American and European acceptance criteria.
Keywords
Sliding step; Steel staircase; Vibration; Serviceability; Safety; Mock-up test;
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