Rigidity of a Column-Foundation Connection for Guadua angustifolia Kunth Structures

Abstract

One of the limitations structural engineers face when designing a building and, in general, any structure in Guadua angustifolia Kunth is the lack of technical information related to the parameters needed for a proper numerical model of the same. The degree of embedding that can provide support to its structural element is an important variable during structural modeling, because the judgment of the engineer in the selection of this parameter for modeling can influence the rigidity of the structure and, therefore, its period of vibration. This paper presents the experimental results of the constant of rigidity of a connection between a Guadua angustifolia Kunth column and a concrete element that is part of the foundation, when the column is under monotonic lateral loads. Additionally, the impact of each component of the connection on the rigidity of the structure has been evaluated