An overview of analysis of Cold-formed steel stud wall subjected to blast loading

Abstract

This paper is aimed at presenting an overview of research performed worldwide related to analysis of Cold-formed steel (CFS) wall subjected to blast loading. The basics regarding definition of blast, the merits and demerits of using CFS for blast resistant structures, connection details, the methods of improving blast resistance of structures are included in this paper. The overview presented in this paper based on the earlier research works published in journal provide an insight into the topic and the research needs are also highlighted.