Performance and Strength of Welded Shear Studs

The behavior and strength of welded shear studs are subjects of ongoing study. A description of the formulation of the American Institute of Steel Construction specification provisions for the strength of shear studs is given. The behavior of shear studs as influenced by friction, position of studs in steel deck and stud properties is described. A new model for strength determination is introduced and compared with data from tests conducted by the authors as well as others.