Question $3$

For the given action load, determine the maximum eccentricity $($e$)$ of the connection before failure. Check

BOTH bolts in shear and plate in bearing$/$tear$.$ M$208\mathrm{.}8/$S bolts in single shear plain were used. $(25$ Marks$)$

Given:

$P**=120kN$

Steel grade $=300$

$250$PFC $[$Bracket$]$: $t_w=8mm$;$a_e=48mm$;$f_u=440$MPa

Threats are in shear plan.

Note: You should make valid assumption if any further information is needed to solve the question.