Experimental Study Of Timber-Glass Composite Wall Elements

This paper shows the results from research of horizontal load-carrying capacity and stiffness of the timber-framed elements. Timber frames, to which glass panes are directly attached, forms the composite wall element which contributes to stability of the entire system with its load capacity. Different types of adhesives with specific characteristics were used and consequently caused different impacts on a wall composite. Both concepts, with bilateral glass as well as single glass lining in the middle of profile, are presented. The suitability of this optically interesting element for integration in the lightweight timber structures is presented with an example.