Carrying Capacity of Semi-Rigid Joint of Timber-Concrete Beams

The aim of this article is a presentation of the results of laboratory tests and numerical and analytical modeling of timber-concrete composite beams with semi-rigid joints made of steel plates and convex nails. Due to good quality of used materials, composite timber-concrete constructions are considered a suitable solution for new buildings and reconstructions of ceiling constructions of residential and civil buildings. There are numerous ways to create a connection (joint) between timber beam and concrete slab. The methods of coupling are more and more sophisticated which carries considerable demands on control of implementation and technological practice.