A comprehensive review and classification of inter-module connections for hot-rolled steel modular building systems

DA Corfar, KD Tsavdaridis - Journal of Building Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
In the recent history the development of inter-module connection (IMC) systems for steel
modular building systems (MBSs) has gained traction with many researchers and engineers …

Experimental methods for inter-module joints in modular building structures–A state-of-the-art review

AW Lacey, W Chen, H Hao - Journal of Building Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
This paper presents a state-of-the-art review of the experimental methods for inter-module
joints (IMJs) in modular buildings. For the structural response, three levels of study are …

Seismic behavior of a novel liftable connection for modular steel buildings: Experimental and numerical studies

EF Deng, YH Wang, L Zong, Z Zhang, JF Zhang - Thin-walled Structures, 2024 - Elsevier
Modular steel buildings (MSBs) have achieved considerable popularity in multi-to-high rise
constructions due to the favorable mechanical characteristic, eco-friendliness, cost …

Experimental and numerical investigation of a novel vertically unconstrained steel inter-modular connection

E Bazarchi, A Davaran, CP Lamarche, N Roy… - Thin-Walled …, 2023 - Elsevier
Modular constructions are off-site prefabricated structures with transportable units
assembled on-site. These units are linked together using mechanical connectors called …

Experimental and numerical study of self-locking adaptable inter connection for modular steel structures

G Nadeem, NA Safiee, NA Bakar, I Abd Karim… - Journal of Building …, 2023 - Elsevier
Compared to conventional steel construction, modular steel construction (MSC) is different.
Instead of having a high degree of connectivity, the modules are connected at their corners …

Numerical study on performance assessment of an innovative boltless connection for modular building construction

S Srisangeerthanan, MJ Hashemi, P Rajeev, E Gad… - Thin-Walled …, 2023 - Elsevier
It is well established that building construction using volumetric modules has numerous
advantages over traditional construction; however, achieving simple, yet high-performance …

Review on fixed and floating offshore structures. Part II: Sustainable design approaches and project management

CV Amaechi, A Reda, HO Butler, IA Ja'e… - Journal of Marine Science …, 2022 - mdpi.com
Offshore structures exist in a variety of forms, and they are used for a variety of functions in
varied sea depths. These structures are tailored for certain environments and sea depths …

[HTML][HTML] Mechanical behaviors of inter-module connections and assembled joints in modular steel buildings: a comprehensive review

C Yang, B Xu, J Xia, H Chang, X Chen, R Ma - Buildings, 2023 - mdpi.com
Modular steel buildings offer the advantages of time-saving construction, reduced on-site
work, and less resource waste. The mechanical behavior of modular connections is …

Experimental investigation on bolted inter-module connections and subassemblies of steel modular frames

XZ Han, C Wang, YF Hu, TM Chan, KF Chung - Journal of Constructional …, 2023 - Elsevier
Modular construction, which involves prefabricating free-standing modules in a factory and
assembling them on site to form a building, is gaining popularity worldwide. However, the …

Finite element analysis of proposed self-locking joint for modular steel structures

G Nadeem, NA Safiee, N Abu Bakar, I Abd Karim… - Applied Sciences, 2021 - mdpi.com
The intermodular connection between modules plays a vital role in the overall performance
of modular structures. The separation between a column and connection is possible due to …