Causes and analysis of steel structural failures - Assessment and Refurbishment of Steel Structures - page 35

Figure 2.13 Examples of solutions for
structural nodes
(a) inadequate as regards the layering
and laminar cracks,
(b) more adequate with the use of
angles to secure continuity
In welded joints it is necessary to adapt the weld or use steel which has the same
mechanical properties in both directions (Figure 2.14).