IOSR Journal of Mechanical and Civil Engineering (IOSR-JMCE) e-ISSN: 2278-1684,p-ISSN: 2320-334X, Volume 8, Issue 1 (Jul. - Aug. 2013), PP 97-103 www.iosrjournals.org www.iosrjournals.org 97 | Page A Review on Finite Element Analysis of Beam to Column Endplate Bolted Connection Kuldeep Kaushik 1 , Avadesh K. Sharma 2 , Rishi Kumar 3 1 Research Scholar, 2 Asst. Prof., Department Of Mechanical Engineering, Madhav Institute of Technology & Science, Gwalior ( M.P.)- 474005, India. 3 Visiting Faculty, Department Of Mechanical Engineering, The M. S. University of Baroda, Vadodara (Gujarat) – 390002, India. Abstract : This paper gives a bibliographical review of the methods which are applied for the analysis of Beam to column bolted end plate connection from the theoretical as well as practical points of view. The bibliography at the end of the paper contains 84 references of papers and conference proceedings on the subject that were published between 1914 and 2011. These are classified in the following categories:  Conventional methods like experimental, empirical, analytical, mechanical, informational and other methods.  Finite Element Method(s) (FEM) using different software like ANSYS, ABACUS etc. Keywords : Beam to Column bolted Endplate Connection and FEM. I. Introduction The output of scientific papers in general is fast growing and professionals are no longer able to be fully up-to-date with all the relevant information. The increasing specialization in various engineering fields has resulted in the proliferation of subject-oriented journals and conference proceedings directed to specialist audiences. The researchers have more channels for communicating the results of their research at their disposal, but on the other hand finding the necessary information may be a time-consuming and uneasy process. Another question is whether researchers/ scientists are willing to spend time looking for information. It has been pointed out that in engineering, informal knowledge channels are the most frequently used means of obtaining information. In the last almost four decades the finite element method (FEM) has become the prevalent technique used for analyzing physical phenomena in the field of structural, solid, and applied mechanics as well as for the solution of field problems. Connections form an important part of any structure and are designed more conservatively than members. This is because, connections are more complex than members to analyze, and the discrepancy between analysis and actual behavior is large. Combinations of simple fabrication techniques and speedy site erection have made bolted endplate connection is one of the most popular methods of connecting members in structural steelwork frames. Although it is simple in their use, bolted endplates are extremely complex in their analysis and behavior. Bolted joints are often the most critical parts with respect to fatigue life of structures. Therefore, it is important to analyze these components and the forces they are subjected to. Bolted connections, especially end-plate types, are being widely used in steel structures. They are often used as moment-resistant connections. They have the advantages of easy quality control and less assembly time than welded connections. These connections include two types: flush end-plate connections and extended end- plate connections with or without stiffeners. The behavior of beam-to-column connection in structural steel frames can be conveniently represented by its flexural behavior which is primarily shown by the moment–rotation (M–ϕ) relationship. This behavior is non-linear even at low load levels. In fact, moment –rotation curves represent the result of a very complex interaction among the elementary parts constituting the connection. This paper concentrates mainly on the different methods used to analyze the joint behavior of a bolted connection in the mechanical structures like Bridges, Shade structures etc. The bibliography is divided into the following parts and concerns:  Conventional Method(s).  FEM using Software. The bibliography is organized into two main parts. In the first, each topic is handled and current trends in modelling techniques are mentioned. The second part, Appendix A, contains a list of papers published in the open literature in the period of 1914–2011 on subjects listed above. Hopefully, this bibliography will save time for readers looking for information on finite element analyses of Beam to column bolted connection in the structural steel work. A more detailed discussion against it is given in Ref. [19], in which there are more 180 citations are referred.