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Civil Engineering QUESTION #6594
Question 1
A joint provided within the length of a column to connect two column segments is specifically called a:
  • Shear joint
  • Load-bearing joint
  • Column splice✔️
  • Compression joint
Correct Answer Explanation
A column splice is a structural connection used to join two lengths of a column. It must transmit axial compression, bending, and shear, and is designed per relevant steel design codes (e.g. AISC).