Enhancing sustainability in construction: experimental testing and finite element investigation of falsework ringlock joints

This paper presents a comprehensive study aimed at enhancing sustainability in construction through the investigation of ringlock joints used in steel falsework. The research includes experimental testing, finite element method (FEM) verification, and a parametric study. The experimental tests were conducted to assess the performance of the ringlock joint under bending moment. The obtained data were then validated through FEM analysis, establishing a correlation between experimental and numerical results. Furthermore, a parametric study was conducted to explore the influence of key parameters on the joint's performance. The findings highlight the strengths and limitations of the ringlock joint, shedding light on its potential for sustainable construction practices. This research contributes to the field of sustainability design by providing valuable insights into the optimization of steel falsework systems, thereby advancing sustainable construction practices.