The Novel SnapLocX Column Splice

Abstract

Research on an innovative, rapid-assembly column splice is highlighted. The research is led by Dr. Jeffrey Berman and Dr. Dawn Lehman, professors in civil and environmental engineering at the University of Washington, and by Reid Zimmerman, Technical Director at KPFF in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Berman and Dr. Lehman share interests in seismic performance and design of steel structures, performance-based seismic design, and innovative structural systems. Both are recognized for their expertise in large-scale experimental testing, analytical investigations, and synthesis of experimental-analytical research to advance the state of the art and of the practice. Their honors include distinguished teaching and outstanding paper awards from multiple organizations, including the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Mr. Zimmerman is active in code development for ASCE 7 and ASCE 41, including helping to lead efforts in resilient seismic design and functional recovery. An AISC grant supports this column splice research. The SnaplocX connection is introduced, and highlights from work to date are presented.