The document discusses reinforced concrete continuity and analysis methods for continuous beams and one-way slabs. It describes how steel reinforcement must extend through members to provide structural continuity. The ACI/SBC coefficient method of analysis is summarized, which uses coefficient tables to determine maximum shear forces and bending moments for continuous beams and one-way slabs under various loading conditions in a simplified manner compared to elastic analysis. Requirements for applying the coefficient method include having multiple spans with ratios less than 1.2, prismatic member sections, and live loads less than 3 times dead loads.
Lec09 Shear in RC Beams (Reinforced Concrete Design I & Prof. Abdelhamid Charif)Hossam Shafiq II
This document discusses shear in reinforced concrete beams. It covers shear stress and failure modes, shear strength provided by concrete and steel stirrups, design according to code provisions, and critical shear sections. Key points include: transverse loads induce shear stress perpendicular to bending stresses; shear failure is brittle and must be designed to exceed flexural strength; nominal shear strength comes from concrete and steel stirrups according to code equations; design requires checking section adequacy and providing minimum steel area and maximum stirrup spacing. Critical shear sections for design are located a distance d from supports.
This document describes the design of a pile cap by a group of civil engineering students. It defines a pile cap as a concrete mat that rests on piles driven into soft ground to provide a stable foundation. It then provides two examples of pile cap design, showing dimensions, load calculations, reinforcement requirements and construction details. The document concludes that a pile cap distributes a building's load to piles to form a stable foundation on unstable soil. It acknowledges the guidance of professors in completing this project.
This document provides information about the design of strap footings. It begins with an overview of strap footings, noting they are used to connect an eccentrically loaded column footing to an interior column. The strap transmits moment caused by eccentricity to the interior footing to generate uniform soil pressure beneath both footings.
It then outlines the basic considerations for strap footing design: 1) the strap must be rigid, 2) footings should have equal soil pressures to avoid differential settlement, and 3) the strap should be out of contact with soil to avoid soil reactions. Finally, it provides the step-by-step process for designing a strap footing, including proportioning footing dimensions, evaluating soil pressures, designing reinforcement,
This document provides an overview of analysis and design methods for concrete slabs, including:
1. Elastic analysis methods like grillage analysis and finite element analysis can be used to determine moments and shear forces in slabs.
2. Yield line theory is an alternative plastic/ultimate limit state approach for determining the ultimate load capacity of ductile concrete slabs. It involves assuming yield line patterns that divide the slab into rigid regions and equating external and internal work.
3. Examples are provided to illustrate yield line analysis for one-way spanning slabs and rectangular two-way slabs. Conventions, assumptions, and calculation procedures are explained.
This document provides details on the design of a continuous one-way reinforced concrete slab. It includes minimum thickness requirements, equations for calculating moments and shear, maximum reinforcement ratios, and minimum reinforcement ratios. An example is then provided to demonstrate the design process. The slab is designed to have a thickness of 6 inches with 0.39 in2/ft of tension reinforcement in the negative moment region and 0.33 in2/ft in the positive moment region.
This document provides an overview of design in reinforced concrete according to BS 8110. It discusses the basic materials used - concrete and steel reinforcement - and their properties. It describes two limit states for design: ultimate limit state considering failure, and serviceability limit state considering deflection and cracking. Key aspects of beam design are summarized, including types of beams, design for bending and shear resistance, and limiting deflection. Reinforcement detailing rules are also briefly covered.
The document discusses the design of footings for structures. It begins by explaining that footings are needed to transfer structural loads from members made of materials like steel and concrete to the underlying soil. It then describes different types of shallow and deep foundations, including spread, strap, combined, and raft footings. The document provides details on designing isolated and combined footings to resist vertical loads and moments based on provisions in IS 456. It also discusses wall footings and combined footings that support multiple columns. In summary, the document covers the purpose of footings, various footing types, and design of isolated and combined footings.
This document provides design calculations for structural elements of a concrete car park structure according to BS-8110, including:
1. A one-way spanning roof slab with a span of 2.8m, designed as simply supported with 10mm main reinforcement bars at 300mm spacing and 8mm secondary bars.
2. A load distribution beam D and non-load bearing beam E, with calculations provided for beam D's dead and imposed loads.
3. Requirements include individual work submission by January 2nd, 2016 and assumptions to be clearly stated.
Lec09 Shear in RC Beams (Reinforced Concrete Design I & Prof. Abdelhamid Charif)Hossam Shafiq II
This document discusses shear in reinforced concrete beams. It covers shear stress and failure modes, shear strength provided by concrete and steel stirrups, design according to code provisions, and critical shear sections. Key points include: transverse loads induce shear stress perpendicular to bending stresses; shear failure is brittle and must be designed to exceed flexural strength; nominal shear strength comes from concrete and steel stirrups according to code equations; design requires checking section adequacy and providing minimum steel area and maximum stirrup spacing. Critical shear sections for design are located a distance d from supports.
This document describes the design of a pile cap by a group of civil engineering students. It defines a pile cap as a concrete mat that rests on piles driven into soft ground to provide a stable foundation. It then provides two examples of pile cap design, showing dimensions, load calculations, reinforcement requirements and construction details. The document concludes that a pile cap distributes a building's load to piles to form a stable foundation on unstable soil. It acknowledges the guidance of professors in completing this project.
This document provides information about the design of strap footings. It begins with an overview of strap footings, noting they are used to connect an eccentrically loaded column footing to an interior column. The strap transmits moment caused by eccentricity to the interior footing to generate uniform soil pressure beneath both footings.
It then outlines the basic considerations for strap footing design: 1) the strap must be rigid, 2) footings should have equal soil pressures to avoid differential settlement, and 3) the strap should be out of contact with soil to avoid soil reactions. Finally, it provides the step-by-step process for designing a strap footing, including proportioning footing dimensions, evaluating soil pressures, designing reinforcement,
This document provides an overview of analysis and design methods for concrete slabs, including:
1. Elastic analysis methods like grillage analysis and finite element analysis can be used to determine moments and shear forces in slabs.
2. Yield line theory is an alternative plastic/ultimate limit state approach for determining the ultimate load capacity of ductile concrete slabs. It involves assuming yield line patterns that divide the slab into rigid regions and equating external and internal work.
3. Examples are provided to illustrate yield line analysis for one-way spanning slabs and rectangular two-way slabs. Conventions, assumptions, and calculation procedures are explained.
This document provides details on the design of a continuous one-way reinforced concrete slab. It includes minimum thickness requirements, equations for calculating moments and shear, maximum reinforcement ratios, and minimum reinforcement ratios. An example is then provided to demonstrate the design process. The slab is designed to have a thickness of 6 inches with 0.39 in2/ft of tension reinforcement in the negative moment region and 0.33 in2/ft in the positive moment region.
This document provides an overview of design in reinforced concrete according to BS 8110. It discusses the basic materials used - concrete and steel reinforcement - and their properties. It describes two limit states for design: ultimate limit state considering failure, and serviceability limit state considering deflection and cracking. Key aspects of beam design are summarized, including types of beams, design for bending and shear resistance, and limiting deflection. Reinforcement detailing rules are also briefly covered.
The document discusses the design of footings for structures. It begins by explaining that footings are needed to transfer structural loads from members made of materials like steel and concrete to the underlying soil. It then describes different types of shallow and deep foundations, including spread, strap, combined, and raft footings. The document provides details on designing isolated and combined footings to resist vertical loads and moments based on provisions in IS 456. It also discusses wall footings and combined footings that support multiple columns. In summary, the document covers the purpose of footings, various footing types, and design of isolated and combined footings.
This document provides design calculations for structural elements of a concrete car park structure according to BS-8110, including:
1. A one-way spanning roof slab with a span of 2.8m, designed as simply supported with 10mm main reinforcement bars at 300mm spacing and 8mm secondary bars.
2. A load distribution beam D and non-load bearing beam E, with calculations provided for beam D's dead and imposed loads.
3. Requirements include individual work submission by January 2nd, 2016 and assumptions to be clearly stated.
Peer review presentation for the strut and tie method as an analysis and design approach for the mat on piles foundations of the primary separation cell (vessel).
This document provides an overview of reinforced concrete design principles for civil engineers and construction managers. It discusses the aim of structural design according to BS 8110, describes the properties and composite action of reinforced concrete, explains limit state design methodology, and summarizes key elements like slabs, beams, columns, walls, and foundations. The document also covers material properties, stress-strain curves, failure modes, and general procedures for slab sizing and design.
Calulation of deflection and crack width according to is 456 2000Vikas Mehta
This document discusses the calculation of crack width in reinforced concrete flexural members. It provides information on:
1) Crack width is calculated to satisfy serviceability limits and is only relevant for Type 3 pre-stressed concrete members that crack under service loads.
2) Crack width depends on factors like amount of pre-stress, tensile stress in bars, concrete cover thickness, bar diameter and spacing, member depth and location of neutral axis, bond strength, and concrete tensile strength.
3) The method of calculation involves determining the shortest distance from the surface to a bar and using equations involving member depth, neutral axis depth, average strain at the surface level. Permissible crack widths are specified depending on exposure
This document discusses the design of biaxially loaded columns. It defines a biaxially loaded column as one where axial load acts with eccentricities about both principal axes, causing bending in two directions. Several methods for analyzing and designing biaxially loaded columns are presented, including the load contour method, reciprocal load method, strain compatibility method, and equivalent eccentricity method. An example problem demonstrates using the reciprocal load method to check the adequacy of a trial reinforced concrete column design subjected to biaxial bending.
- Deep beams are defined as beams with a shear span to depth ratio of less than 2. They behave differently than ordinary beams due to two-dimensional loading and non-linear stress distributions.
- Deep beams transfer significant load through compression forces between the load and supports. Shear deformations are more prominent.
- Design of deep beams requires considering two-dimensional effects, non-linear stress distributions, and large shear deformations. Procedures include checking minimum thickness, designing for flexure and shear, and detailing reinforcement.
good for engineering students
to get deep knowledge about design of singly reinforced beam by working stress method.
see and learn about rcc structure....................................................
This document summarizes the key aspects of flat slab construction and design according to Indian code IS 456-2000. It defines flat slabs as slabs that are directly supported by columns without beams, and describes four common types based on whether drops and column heads are used. The main topics covered include guidelines for proportioning slabs and drops, methods for determining bending moments and shear forces, requirements for slab reinforcement, and an example problem demonstrating the design of an interior flat slab panel.
This document presents an example of analysis design of slab using ETABS. This example examines a simple single story building, which is regular in plan and elevation. It is examining and compares the calculated ultimate moment from CSI ETABS & SAFE with hand calculation. Moment coefficients were used to calculate the ultimate moment. However it is good practice that such hand analysis methods are used to verify the output of more sophisticated methods.
Also, this document contains simple procedure (step-by-step) of how to design solid slab according to Eurocode 2.The process of designing elements will not be revolutionised as a result of using Eurocode 2. Due to time constraints and knowledge, I may not be able to address the whole issues.
Design for Short Axially Loaded Columns ACI318Abdullah Khair
This document discusses the design of columns. It begins by defining columns and classifying them as short or long based on their slenderness ratio. Columns can be reinforced with ties or a spiral. Equations are provided for calculating the nominal axial capacity of columns based on the concrete compressive strength and steel reinforcement area. Minimum requirements are specified for reinforcement ratios, number of bars, concrete cover, and lateral tie or spiral spacing. Spirally reinforced columns can develop higher strength due to concrete confinement by the spiral. Design of the spiral pitch is discussed based on providing equivalent confining pressure.
This document discusses the design of floor slabs including one-way spanning slabs, two-way spanning slabs, continuous slabs, cantilever slabs, and restrained slabs. It covers slab types based on span ratios, bending moment coefficients, determining design load, reinforcement requirements, shear and deflection checks, crack control, and reinforcement curtailment details for different slab conditions. The document is authored by Eng. S. Kartheepan and is related to the design of floor slabs for a civil engineering project.
Design of flat plate slab and its Punching Shear Reinf.MD.MAHBUB UL ALAM
This document provides design considerations and an example problem for designing a flat plate slab using the Direct Design Method (DDM). It discusses slab thickness, load calculations, moment distribution, and reinforcement design for a sample four-story building with 16'x20' panels supported by 12" square columns. The design of panel S-4 is shown in detail, calculating loads, moments, and reinforcement requirements for the column and middle strips in both the long and short directions.
1) Two-way slabs are slabs that require reinforcement in two directions because bending occurs in both the longitudinal and transverse directions when the ratio of longest span to shortest span is less than 2.
2) The document discusses various types of two-way slabs and design methods, focusing on the direct design method (DDM).
3) Using the DDM, the total factored load is first calculated, then the total factored moment is distributed to positive and negative moments. The moments are further distributed to column and middle strips using factors that consider the slab and beam properties.
This document discusses the design of compression members subjected to axial load and biaxial bending. It introduces the concept of biaxial eccentricities and explains that columns should be designed considering possible eccentricities in two axes. The document outlines the method suggested by IS 456-2000, which is based on Breslar's load contour approach. It relates the parameter αn to the ratio of Pu/Puz. Finally, it provides a step-by-step process for designing the column section, which involves determining uniaxial moment capacities, computing permissible moment values from charts, and revising the section if needed. It also briefly mentions the simplified method according to BS8110.
This document provides an overview of the design of steel beams. It discusses various beam types and sections, loads on beams, design considerations for restrained and unrestrained beams. For restrained beams, it covers lateral restraint requirements, section classification, shear capacity, moment capacity under low and high shear, web bearing, buckling, and deflection checks. For unrestrained beams, it discusses lateral torsional buckling, moment and buckling resistance checks. Design procedures and equations for determining effective properties and capacities are also presented.
This document provides an overview of member behavior for beams and columns in seismic design. It discusses the types of moment resisting frames and the principles for designing special moment resisting frames, including strong-column/weak-beam design, avoiding shear failure, and providing ductile details. Beam and column design considerations are covered, such as dimensions, reinforcement, and shear capacity. Beam-column joint design is also summarized, including dimensions, shear determination, and strength.
Deep beams are structural elements where a significant portion of the load is carried to the supports by compression forces combining the load and reaction. As a result, the strain distribution is nonlinear and shear deformations are significant compared to pure flexure. Examples include floor slabs under horizontal loads, short span beams carrying heavy loads, and transfer girders. The behavior of deep beams is two-dimensional rather than one-dimensional, and plane sections may not remain plane. Analysis requires a two-dimensional stress approach.
The document discusses the design of a combined footing to support two columns. It first defines what a combined footing is and why it is used. It then describes the types of combined footings and the forces acting on it. The document provides the design steps for a rectangular combined footing, which include determining dimensions, reinforcement requirements, and design checks. As an example, it shows the detailed design of a rectangular combined footing supporting two columns with loads of 450kN and 650kN respectively. The design includes calculating dimensions, reinforcement, development lengths, and design checks.
The document summarizes the design of a steel exhibition building with a circular plan. It describes the architectural features of the building including the dimensions of the exhibition hall and stalls. It then discusses the structural analysis conducted using STAAD Pro software and consideration of various loads. Next, it details the design of key structural elements like curved beams, trusses, bracings, columns, and base plates. Design calculations are provided for the curved beams. Finally, it provides a bill of materials and concluding remarks on the benefits of the tubular structural design.
This document discusses the design of compression members under uniaxial bending. It notes that columns are rarely under pure axial compression due to eccentricities from rigid frame action or accidental loading. Columns can experience uniaxial or biaxial bending based on the loading. The behavior depends on the relative magnitudes of the bending moment and axial load, which determine the position of the neutral axis. Methods for designing eccentrically loaded short columns include using equations that calculate the neutral axis position and failure mode, or using interaction diagrams that graphically show the safe ranges of moment and axial load.
The document provides information on structural design and analysis. It discusses structural planning, wind load analysis, frame analysis using software, beam, column, slab, footing and retaining wall design. Key steps covered include determining loads, checking member capacities, calculating reinforcement and developing design details. The goal is to ensure the structural safety and stability of the building under various loads like gravity, wind, seismic, etc.
OUTLINE:
Introduction
Shoring Process
Effective Beam Flange Width
Shear Transfer
Strength Of Steel Anchors
Partially Composite Beams
Moment Capacity Of Composite Sections
Deflection
Design Of Composite Sections
Peer review presentation for the strut and tie method as an analysis and design approach for the mat on piles foundations of the primary separation cell (vessel).
This document provides an overview of reinforced concrete design principles for civil engineers and construction managers. It discusses the aim of structural design according to BS 8110, describes the properties and composite action of reinforced concrete, explains limit state design methodology, and summarizes key elements like slabs, beams, columns, walls, and foundations. The document also covers material properties, stress-strain curves, failure modes, and general procedures for slab sizing and design.
Calulation of deflection and crack width according to is 456 2000Vikas Mehta
This document discusses the calculation of crack width in reinforced concrete flexural members. It provides information on:
1) Crack width is calculated to satisfy serviceability limits and is only relevant for Type 3 pre-stressed concrete members that crack under service loads.
2) Crack width depends on factors like amount of pre-stress, tensile stress in bars, concrete cover thickness, bar diameter and spacing, member depth and location of neutral axis, bond strength, and concrete tensile strength.
3) The method of calculation involves determining the shortest distance from the surface to a bar and using equations involving member depth, neutral axis depth, average strain at the surface level. Permissible crack widths are specified depending on exposure
This document discusses the design of biaxially loaded columns. It defines a biaxially loaded column as one where axial load acts with eccentricities about both principal axes, causing bending in two directions. Several methods for analyzing and designing biaxially loaded columns are presented, including the load contour method, reciprocal load method, strain compatibility method, and equivalent eccentricity method. An example problem demonstrates using the reciprocal load method to check the adequacy of a trial reinforced concrete column design subjected to biaxial bending.
- Deep beams are defined as beams with a shear span to depth ratio of less than 2. They behave differently than ordinary beams due to two-dimensional loading and non-linear stress distributions.
- Deep beams transfer significant load through compression forces between the load and supports. Shear deformations are more prominent.
- Design of deep beams requires considering two-dimensional effects, non-linear stress distributions, and large shear deformations. Procedures include checking minimum thickness, designing for flexure and shear, and detailing reinforcement.
good for engineering students
to get deep knowledge about design of singly reinforced beam by working stress method.
see and learn about rcc structure....................................................
This document summarizes the key aspects of flat slab construction and design according to Indian code IS 456-2000. It defines flat slabs as slabs that are directly supported by columns without beams, and describes four common types based on whether drops and column heads are used. The main topics covered include guidelines for proportioning slabs and drops, methods for determining bending moments and shear forces, requirements for slab reinforcement, and an example problem demonstrating the design of an interior flat slab panel.
This document presents an example of analysis design of slab using ETABS. This example examines a simple single story building, which is regular in plan and elevation. It is examining and compares the calculated ultimate moment from CSI ETABS & SAFE with hand calculation. Moment coefficients were used to calculate the ultimate moment. However it is good practice that such hand analysis methods are used to verify the output of more sophisticated methods.
Also, this document contains simple procedure (step-by-step) of how to design solid slab according to Eurocode 2.The process of designing elements will not be revolutionised as a result of using Eurocode 2. Due to time constraints and knowledge, I may not be able to address the whole issues.
Design for Short Axially Loaded Columns ACI318Abdullah Khair
This document discusses the design of columns. It begins by defining columns and classifying them as short or long based on their slenderness ratio. Columns can be reinforced with ties or a spiral. Equations are provided for calculating the nominal axial capacity of columns based on the concrete compressive strength and steel reinforcement area. Minimum requirements are specified for reinforcement ratios, number of bars, concrete cover, and lateral tie or spiral spacing. Spirally reinforced columns can develop higher strength due to concrete confinement by the spiral. Design of the spiral pitch is discussed based on providing equivalent confining pressure.
This document discusses the design of floor slabs including one-way spanning slabs, two-way spanning slabs, continuous slabs, cantilever slabs, and restrained slabs. It covers slab types based on span ratios, bending moment coefficients, determining design load, reinforcement requirements, shear and deflection checks, crack control, and reinforcement curtailment details for different slab conditions. The document is authored by Eng. S. Kartheepan and is related to the design of floor slabs for a civil engineering project.
Design of flat plate slab and its Punching Shear Reinf.MD.MAHBUB UL ALAM
This document provides design considerations and an example problem for designing a flat plate slab using the Direct Design Method (DDM). It discusses slab thickness, load calculations, moment distribution, and reinforcement design for a sample four-story building with 16'x20' panels supported by 12" square columns. The design of panel S-4 is shown in detail, calculating loads, moments, and reinforcement requirements for the column and middle strips in both the long and short directions.
1) Two-way slabs are slabs that require reinforcement in two directions because bending occurs in both the longitudinal and transverse directions when the ratio of longest span to shortest span is less than 2.
2) The document discusses various types of two-way slabs and design methods, focusing on the direct design method (DDM).
3) Using the DDM, the total factored load is first calculated, then the total factored moment is distributed to positive and negative moments. The moments are further distributed to column and middle strips using factors that consider the slab and beam properties.
This document discusses the design of compression members subjected to axial load and biaxial bending. It introduces the concept of biaxial eccentricities and explains that columns should be designed considering possible eccentricities in two axes. The document outlines the method suggested by IS 456-2000, which is based on Breslar's load contour approach. It relates the parameter αn to the ratio of Pu/Puz. Finally, it provides a step-by-step process for designing the column section, which involves determining uniaxial moment capacities, computing permissible moment values from charts, and revising the section if needed. It also briefly mentions the simplified method according to BS8110.
This document provides an overview of the design of steel beams. It discusses various beam types and sections, loads on beams, design considerations for restrained and unrestrained beams. For restrained beams, it covers lateral restraint requirements, section classification, shear capacity, moment capacity under low and high shear, web bearing, buckling, and deflection checks. For unrestrained beams, it discusses lateral torsional buckling, moment and buckling resistance checks. Design procedures and equations for determining effective properties and capacities are also presented.
This document provides an overview of member behavior for beams and columns in seismic design. It discusses the types of moment resisting frames and the principles for designing special moment resisting frames, including strong-column/weak-beam design, avoiding shear failure, and providing ductile details. Beam and column design considerations are covered, such as dimensions, reinforcement, and shear capacity. Beam-column joint design is also summarized, including dimensions, shear determination, and strength.
Deep beams are structural elements where a significant portion of the load is carried to the supports by compression forces combining the load and reaction. As a result, the strain distribution is nonlinear and shear deformations are significant compared to pure flexure. Examples include floor slabs under horizontal loads, short span beams carrying heavy loads, and transfer girders. The behavior of deep beams is two-dimensional rather than one-dimensional, and plane sections may not remain plane. Analysis requires a two-dimensional stress approach.
The document discusses the design of a combined footing to support two columns. It first defines what a combined footing is and why it is used. It then describes the types of combined footings and the forces acting on it. The document provides the design steps for a rectangular combined footing, which include determining dimensions, reinforcement requirements, and design checks. As an example, it shows the detailed design of a rectangular combined footing supporting two columns with loads of 450kN and 650kN respectively. The design includes calculating dimensions, reinforcement, development lengths, and design checks.
The document summarizes the design of a steel exhibition building with a circular plan. It describes the architectural features of the building including the dimensions of the exhibition hall and stalls. It then discusses the structural analysis conducted using STAAD Pro software and consideration of various loads. Next, it details the design of key structural elements like curved beams, trusses, bracings, columns, and base plates. Design calculations are provided for the curved beams. Finally, it provides a bill of materials and concluding remarks on the benefits of the tubular structural design.
This document discusses the design of compression members under uniaxial bending. It notes that columns are rarely under pure axial compression due to eccentricities from rigid frame action or accidental loading. Columns can experience uniaxial or biaxial bending based on the loading. The behavior depends on the relative magnitudes of the bending moment and axial load, which determine the position of the neutral axis. Methods for designing eccentrically loaded short columns include using equations that calculate the neutral axis position and failure mode, or using interaction diagrams that graphically show the safe ranges of moment and axial load.
The document provides information on structural design and analysis. It discusses structural planning, wind load analysis, frame analysis using software, beam, column, slab, footing and retaining wall design. Key steps covered include determining loads, checking member capacities, calculating reinforcement and developing design details. The goal is to ensure the structural safety and stability of the building under various loads like gravity, wind, seismic, etc.
OUTLINE:
Introduction
Shoring Process
Effective Beam Flange Width
Shear Transfer
Strength Of Steel Anchors
Partially Composite Beams
Moment Capacity Of Composite Sections
Deflection
Design Of Composite Sections
This document provides an overview of structural design concepts and processes. It discusses:
1. The overall design process including conception, modeling, analysis, design, detailing, drafting and costing.
2. Key structural elements like beams, columns, slabs, shear walls, footings and their design.
3. Concepts of the gravity load resisting system, lateral load resisting system and floor diaphragm.
4. Methods of structural analysis including modeling approaches and consideration of loads and load combinations.
5. Design principles for concrete including properties, reinforcement, durability and mix proportioning.
This document provides an overview of structural design concepts and processes. It discusses:
1. The overall design process including conception, modeling, analysis, design, detailing, drafting and costing.
2. Key structural elements like beams, columns, slabs, shear walls, footings and their design.
3. Concepts of the gravity load resisting system, lateral load resisting system and floor diaphragm.
4. Methods of structural analysis including modeling approaches and consideration of loads and load combinations.
5. Design principles for concrete including properties, reinforcement, durability and mix proportioning.
This document provides an overview of column design and analysis. It defines columns and discusses their common uses in structures like buildings and bridges. Short columns fail through crushing, while long columns fail through buckling. Euler developed the first equation to analyze buckling in columns. The document discusses factors that influence a column's buckling capacity, like its effective length which depends on end support conditions. It presents design equations and factors for different column types (short, long, intermediate) and materials (steel). Safety factors are larger for columns than other members due to their importance for structural stability.
CE 72.52 - Lecture 7 - Strut and Tie ModelsFawad Najam
The document discusses the strut-and-tie approach for analyzing concrete structures. It begins with background concepts such as Bernoulli's hypothesis, St. Venant's principle, and the lower bound theorem of plasticity. It then discusses how axial stresses, shear stresses, and the interaction of stresses affect concrete sections. The document outlines the ACI approach to shear-torsion design and provides equations from ACI 318 for calculating the concrete shear capacity. It introduces the concept of modeling concrete as a truss system and compares this to flexural behavior in beams. The strut-and-tie method is presented as a unified approach for considering all load effects. Guidelines are provided for developing an appropriate strut-and-tie model and
The document summarizes the design procedures for slab systems according to the ACI 318 Code, including:
1) The direct design method and equivalent frame method for determining moments at critical sections.
2) Distributing the total design moment between positive and negative moments.
3) Distributing moments laterally between column strips, middle strips, and beams.
4) A 5-step basic design procedure involving determining moments, distributing moments, sizing reinforcement, and designing beams if present.
Cable Stay Bridge construction at Bardhman using LARSA and LUSAS four dimensi...Rajesh Prasad
For the construction of Cable Stayed Bridge at Bardhman, a simulation model was made using LARSA 4D and accordingly design were concluded considering all the possible situation. At the execution stage the profile/geometry control is very important. Accordingly construction stage analysis along with geometry control is being done using LUSAS software. These software are 4D and the fourth dimension is Time. The said presentation covers the LARSA, LUSAS and few pictures on execution at site along with sample of documentation.
This document provides information on the design of reinforced concrete columns, including:
- Columns transmit loads vertically to foundations and may resist both compression and bending. Common cross-sections are square, circular and rectangular.
- Columns are classified as braced or unbraced depending on lateral stability, and short or slender based on buckling resistance. Short column design considers axial load capacity while slender column design accounts for second-order effects.
- Reinforcement details include minimum longitudinal bar size and spacing and design of lateral ties. Slender column design determines loadings and calculates moments from stiffness, deflection and biaxial bending effects. Design charts are used to select reinforcement for columns under axial and uniaxial
This presentation summarizes the design of uniaxial columns. It defines uniaxial columns as those that rotate about a single axis due to eccentric loading. It discusses how bending moments occur in columns due to unbalanced loads, lateral loads from wind/earthquake, and construction inaccuracies. The presentation covers different column types based on loading and dimensions, and the design of short columns using the interaction curve and working stress design methods. It also briefly discusses slender column design and the additional moment method for analyzing column moments and deflections.
This document presents the design of a three-span precast pre-stressed concrete girder bridge with spans of 12.0015m, 24.140m, and 12.0015m. The objectives are to develop a cost-effective bridge design using LRFD methods that meets NMDOT standards. The design includes AASHTO Type III girders, a reinforced concrete deck, bearing pads, pier columns, drilled shaft foundations, and considers loads, reinforcement, and strength requirements. Analysis and design software such as CONSPAN and RC-PIER are used to optimize the superstructure and substructure elements.
This document provides an introduction to prestressed concrete, including:
- Prestressing concrete involves applying an initial compressive load to counteract tensile stresses during use. Ancient examples include metal bands on wood.
- Prestressing provides advantages over reinforced concrete like reduced cracking, increased strength and stiffness, and suitability for precast construction.
- It describes prestressing materials, common systems like pre-tensioning and post-tensioning, and concepts in the analysis and design of prestressed concrete like stress conditions and load balancing.
The document discusses the design of columns and footings in concrete structures. It covers various topics related to column design including classification of columns based on type of reinforcement, loading, and slenderness ratios. Short columns subjected to axial loads with or without eccentricity are analyzed. Design aspects such as effective length, minimum reinforcement requirements, cover and transverse tie spacing are described based on code specifications. Equations for equilibrium of uniformly loaded short columns are also presented.
This document provides guidance on designing reinforced concrete slab systems, including one-way and two-way slabs, using web-based software. It introduces common slab types, design methods, assumptions, and considerations. The document then gives step-by-step examples of designing a one-way continuous slab and a simply supported two-way slab. It demonstrates the software's input/output interface by guiding the user through the full design process for each example slab. The guidance concludes by listing additional slab design examples available on the web-based software.
Effect of creep on composite steel concrete sectionKamel Farid
Creep and Shrinkage are inelastic and time-varying strains.
For Steel-Concrete Composite beam creep and shrinkage are highly associated with concrete.
Simple approach depending on modular ratio has been adopted to compute the elastic section properties instead of the theoretically complex calculations of creep.
1) The document discusses the design of compression members and buckling behavior. It covers topics like Euler buckling analysis, factors that affect column strength, and modern design using column curves.
2) Key aspects reviewed include elastic buckling of pin-ended columns, the influence of imperfections and eccentric loading on column strength, and classification of sections based on their buckling behavior.
3) Design approaches like effective length, slenderness ratio, and determining the design compressive stress are summarized. Both elastic and inelastic buckling modes are addressed.
This document provides information on the design of a concrete beam, including:
1) Key principles in beam design such as determining the effective depth ratio and performing deflection checks.
2) Details on flanged beam design including how the location of the neutral axis affects the process.
3) Procedures for continuous beam design including determining load cases, calculating fixed end moments, and using moment distribution.
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Particle Swarm Optimization–Long Short-Term Memory based Channel Estimation with Hybrid Beam Forming Power Transfer in WSN-IoT Applications
Authors
Reginald Jude Sixtus J and Tamilarasi Muthu, Puducherry Technological University, India
Abstract
Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) helps to overcome various difficulties in future technology wireless communications. NOMA, when utilized with millimeter wave multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) systems, channel estimation becomes extremely difficult. For reaping the benefits of the NOMA and mm-Wave combination, effective channel estimation is required. In this paper, we propose an enhanced particle swarm optimization based long short-term memory estimator network (PSOLSTMEstNet), which is a neural network model that can be employed to forecast the bandwidth required in the mm-Wave MIMO network. The prime advantage of the LSTM is that it has the capability of dynamically adapting to the functioning pattern of fluctuating channel state. The LSTM stage with adaptive coding and modulation enhances the BER.PSO algorithm is employed to optimize input weights of LSTM network. The modified algorithm splits the power by channel condition of every single user. Participants will be first sorted into distinct groups depending upon respective channel conditions, using a hybrid beamforming approach. The network characteristics are fine-estimated using PSO-LSTMEstNet after a rough approximation of channels parameters derived from the received data.
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Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR), Bit Error Rate (BER), mm-Wave, MIMO, NOMA, deep learning, optimization.
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Lec11 Continuous Beams and One Way Slabs(1) (Reinforced Concrete Design I & Prof. Abdelhamid Charif)
1. 8/4/2013
1
CE 370
REINFORCED CONCRETE-I
Prof. A. Charif
Continuous Beams and One-Way Slabs
Reinforced Concrete Continuity
• RC structures cannot be erected in a single pour of concrete.
• In multi-story buildings for instance, for each floor, columns are
cast first and the floor system (slab and beams) is cast after.
• For structural continuity, steel bars must extend through
members.
• Column bars at each floor are extended from bottom level to be
lapped or spliced to the bars of the top level.
• Beams and slabs are subjected to positive span moments and
negative supports moments. Reinforcing steel must be provided
for both (top and bottom steel).
• Economic design requires stopping bars when no longer needed.
• Bar cutoff, and bar splicing, are performed by providing
sufficient bar development lengths.
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Beam / Slab Reinforcement
(Note column splicing)
Reinforced Concrete Continuity
Construction of Columns
for Next Floor
un MM
Demand and Capacity Moment Diagrams
• Steel reinforcement is provided so that design capacity is
greater than or equal to the ultimate moment (demand):
• It is very convenient to represent demand and capacity
moments in a single diagram, illustrating bar cutoff.
• As required steel is on tension side, it is better for RC
structures to draw moment diagrams on the tension face
• For beam bending, positive span moment is on the bottom
face, and negative supports moments are on the top face.
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• Capacity moment diagram greater than demand diagram.
• It shows required bar number and bar cutoff location.
• Demand diagram is an envelope curve from many load
combinations.
Demand and Capacity Moment Diagrams
Load cases and load combinations
• In RC structures, loading is applied as distributed or
concentrated forces and moments.
• Load cases to consider:
• Dead load - Live load - Wind load - Earthquake load
• Last two (wind and earthquake) present in some regions only.
• Codes define appropriate load combinations for design.
• This chapter focuses on Dead and Live load cases with the
following SBC ultimate load combination:
• Ultimate load = 1.4 x Dead load + 1.7 x Live load
• Usually dead and live loads are applied as area loads (kN/m2)
with values obtained from loading codes such as SBC-301.
• Wall line loads on beams (kN/m) may also be considered
4. 8/4/2013
4
Load transfer mechanism
• Dead and live loads applied in each floor are
transferred to the supporting beams, which transfer
them to the supporting columns before reaching the
structure foundations.
• Load transfer to beams may vary according to the
type of slab (one way or two way slab).
• Some beams may act as normal beams and be
supported by other beams which then act as girder
beams.
• Footing and column loads are cumulated from the
above floors.
Load patterns
• Dead load is permanent and applied on all parts of the
structure.
• Live load is variable and may be applied on selected
parts only.
• Design is performed for maximum values of internal
forces (moments, shear forces…).
• The structure must be analyzed for many combinations
with different live load applications to obtain maximum
effects.
• Influence lines may be used to determine the locations
of the parts to be loaded by live loads.
5. 8/4/2013
5
Influence lines for a six span continuous beam
Load patterns
• It is not easy to draw influence lines for complex structures,
but from the previous simple example, SBC, ACI and other
codes give simple guidelines for maximum effects:
1. For maximum negative moment and maximum shear force in
internal supports, apply live load on the two adjacent spans
to the support only.
2. For maximum positive span moment and maximum negative
moment in external supports, apply live load on alternate
spans.
• The various load combinations will produce envelope curves
for shear force and bending moment diagrams.
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Envelope curves from many load combinations
General slab behavior
• Slab behavior is described by (thin or thick) plate
bending theory, which is a complex extension of beam
bending theory.
• Plates are structural members with one dimension
(thickness) much smaller than the other two.
• Beams are members with one dimension (length)
much greater than the other two.
• Beams and plates have specific bending theories
derived from general elasticity.
• Plate bending is more complex and involves double
curvature and double bending.
7. 8/4/2013
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General slab behavior
45o
Ln1
45o
A B
C D
Ln2
Ws Ln2 / 2 Ws Ln2 / 2
Yield line model
Long beam load Short beam load
• Codes of practice allow use of simplified theories for slab
analysis, such as the yield line theory.
• In a rectangular slab panel, subjected to area load and
supported by edge beams, load is transferred from the slab to
the beams according to yield lines with 45 degrees.
• Long beams will receive trapezoidal load
• Short beams will be subjected to triangular load.
way-Two0.2
spanShort
spanLong
:If
way-One0.2
spanShort
spanLong
:If
One-Way Slabs and Two-Way Slabs
• In general loads are transferred in both directions (two-way
action)
• If the long beams are much longer than short beams, triangular
loads on short beams will become negligible.
• Loads are then considered to be transferred to long beams only.
This is called one-way action.
• Structural slabs are classified as one-way slabs or two-way slabs.
• Limit on length ratio between the two types is fixed by most
codes (SBC and ACI) as:
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0.2
spanShort
spanLong
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
1-m slab strip
Types of one-way slabs
One way solid slab with beams and girders
• For each panel, aspect ratio
greater or equal to two:
• Slab supported by beams which
rest on columns or girders
• Analysis and design of 1-m strip
• Design results generalized to slab
• Shrinkage (temperature) steel
provided in other direction.
• Slab strip modeled as continuous
beam with beams as supports
Typical joist (rib)
Vertical section
bw S
bf
hw
hf
Void or hollow
block (Hourdis)
Joist (ribbed) slab
• Joists (Ribs) are closely spaced T-beams. Space between ribs
may be void or filled with light hollow blocks called “Hourdis”
• Joist slab very popular and offers many advantages (lighter, more
economical, better isolation).
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A B
C D
One way slab with beams in one direction only
• In this case the loads are transferred to the supporting
beams whatever the aspect ratio.
Elastic analysis versus
approximate RC code methods
• Continuous beams and one way slabs can be analyzed using
standard elastic analysis methods (indeterminate structures).
• Codes such as SBC and ACI provide approximate and simplified
methods for analysis for these structural parts.
• These methods can be used if conditions are satisfied.
• Code methods offer advantages over elastic analysis:
They are simpler to use
They consider various loading patterns (presence of live load
on selected spans)
They allow for partial fixity of external RC supports (in
elasticity, a support either pinned or totally fixed).
10. 8/4/2013
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ACI / SBC coefficient method of analysis
• ACI / SBC method (coefficient method) is used for
analysis of continuous beams, ribs and one-way slabs.
• It allows for various load patterns with live load applied
on selected spans.
• Maximum shear force and bending moment values are
obtained by envelope curves.
• It allows for real rotation restraint at external supports,
where real moment is not equal to zero.
• Elastic analysis gives systematic zero moment values at all
external pin supports.
• Coefficient method is more realistic but valid for standard
cases on conditions.
• Use the method whenever conditions are satisfied.
• Elastic analysis used only if conditions of the code
method are not satisfied.
Conditions of application of ACI / SBC method
2.1
),(Min
),(Max
1
1
ii
ii
LL
LL
DLLL 3
2
)( 2 n
uvunumu
l
WCVlWCM
Ln = L – 0.5 (S1 + S2)
Ln
1. Two spans or more
2. Spans not too different. Ratio of two adjacent spans less than or equal to 1.2
For two successive spans (i) and (i+1), we must have :
3. Uniform loading
4. Unfactored live load less or equal to three times unfactored dead load, that is:
5. Beams with prismatic sections
Ultimate bending moment and shear force are given by:
ln is the clear length
Wu is the ultimate uniform load
11. 8/4/2013
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ACI / SBC coefficient method of analysis
2
)( 2 n
uvunumu
l
WCVlWCM
• For shear force, span positive moment and external
negative moment, ln is the clear length of the span
• For internal negative moment, ln is the average of
clear lengths of adjacent spans.
• Cm and Cv are the moment and shear coefficients
given by next Table
• Moment coefficients given for each span at supports
(negative) and at mid-span (positive)
• Shear coefficients given at both ends (supports)
a/ Unrestrained end
More than 2 spans
Cm
-1/24 (16)*
Cv
-1/9 -1/9 -1/24 (16) *
+1/14 +1/14
1.0 1.15 1.01.15
Cm
-1/24(16)*
Cv
-1/10 -1/11 -1/11 -1/11 -1/11 -1/11
+1/14 +1/16 +1/16
1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.01.15
b/ Integral end
More than 2 spans
c / Integral end
with 2 spans
* : The exterior negative moment depends on the type of support
If the support is a beam or a girder, the coefficient is: -1/24
If the support is a column, the coefficient is: -1/16
Cm
0
Cv
-1/10 -1/11 -1/11 -1/11 -1/11 -1/11
+1/11 +1/16 +1/16
1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.01.15
ACI / SBC coefficient method of analysis
12. 8/4/2013
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ACI / SBC coefficient method of analysis
2
)( 2 n
uvunumu
l
WCVlWCM
2
momentnegativeInternal
spanof
momentnegativeExternal
momentPositive
forceShear
Right
n
Left
n
n
nn
ll
l
ll
Coefficient Method: Integral end – More than two spans
External span Internal span
Locations External support Span
Internal
support
Internal
support Span
Internal
support
Moment
Coeff. Cm
-1/24 (Beam support )
1/14 -1/10 -1/11 1/16 -1/11-1/16 (Column support )
Shear Coef. Cv 1.0
* 1.15 1.0
* 1.0
ACI / SBC coefficient method of analysis
Coefficient Method: Integral end –Two spans
External span 1 External span 2
Locations External support Span
Internal
support
Internal
support Span
External
support
Moment
Coeff. Cm
-1/24 (Beam support )
1/14 -1/9 -1/9 1/14
-1/24
-1/16 (Column support ) -1/16
Shear Coef. Cv 1.0
* 1.15 1.15
* 1.0
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Coefficient Method: Unrestrained end – More than two spans
External span Internal span
Locations
External
support Span
Internal
support
Internal
support Span
Internal
support
Moment
Coeff. Cm
0 1/14 -1/10 -1/11 1/16 -1/11
Shear
Coeff. Cv
1.0
*
1.15 1.0
*
1.0
* : The coefficient method does not give any value for mid-span
shear. However for shear design, it is safer to consider live load
applied on half span only, which gives a shear at mid-span equal to:
ACI / SBC coefficient method of analysis
LLu
nLu
uL ww
Lw
V 1.7loadliveFactored:,
8
2/
Reinforced concrete design
• Standard methods of RC design are also used for slabs,
with some particularities:
Minimum steel for slabs is different from that in beams
Design results are expressed in terms of bar spacing
Maximum bar spacing must not be exceeded
Concrete cover in slabs = 20 mm
Stirrups are generally not required and shear checks
are performed to verify the slab thickness
14. 8/4/2013
14
CE 370
REINFORCED CONCRETE-I
Prof. A. Charif
Analysis and design of one-way
solid slabs with beams and girders
Analysis and design of one-way solid
slabs with beams and girders
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
1-m slab strip
0.2
spanShort
spanLong
For each panel aspect
ratio is greater than or
equal to two :
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One way solid slab with beams and girders
• Slab is supported by beams which are supported by columns or
by girders
• Analysis and design of 1-m slab strip is then performed in main
direction and design results are generalized all over the slab.
• Shrinkage (temperature) steel provided in other direction
• Slab strip model is a continuous beam with supports as beams.
• Coefficient method of analysis used if conditions are satisfied.
• Standard flexural RC design methods used to determine
required reinforcement.
• Concrete cover = 20 mm, and stirrups are not used in slabs.
• Design results are expressed in terms of bar spacing.
• Minimum steel / maximum spacing requirements must be met.
Steps for analysis / design
of one-way solid slab (1-m strip)
• (1) Thickness: Determine and check minimum thickness using
ACI/SBC Table
• Minimum thickness must be determined for each span and final
value is the greatest of them
• If thickness unknown choose value greater or equal to minimum
• If thickness given, check that it is greater or equal to minimum
• If actual thickness greater or equal to minimum thickness, no
deflection check is required.
• A thickness less than minimum may be used but deflections must
then be computed and checked.
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Simply
supported
One end
continuous
Both ends
continuous Cantilever
Solid one-
way slab
L / 20 L / 24 L / 28 L / 10
Beams
or ribs
L / 16 L / 18.5 L / 21 L / 8
LDu
LscD
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7.14.1
11
Table 9.5(a): Minimum thickness for beams (ribs) and
one-way slabs unless deflections are computed and checked
(2) Loading: Determine the dead and live uniform loading on
slab-strip (kN/m) using given area loads (kN/m2) for live load
and super imposed dead load as well as the slab self weight:
uc VV
Steps for analysis / design
of one-way solid slab (1-m strip)
• (3) Analysis: Use coefficient method if conditions are satisfied.
Determine values of ultimate moments and shear forces for
each span at both supports and mid-span, using appropriate
clear lengths and coefficients.
• (4) Flexural RC design: Perform RC design starting with
maximum moment value. Determine required steel area and
check minimum steel and maximum spacing.
• (5) Shrinkage reinforcement: Determine shrinkage
(temperature) reinforcement and corresponding spacing
• (6) Shear check: Perform shear check:
If not checked, increase thickness and repeat from step (2)
• (7) Detailing: Draw execution plans
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Example: One-way solid slab with beams / girders
4.0m
4.0m
4.0m
4.0m
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
1-m slab strip
MPaf
mkNMPaf
y
cc
420:Steel
/24,25:Concrete 3'
mkNwwall /4.14
Beams are in X-direction
Girders are in Y-direction
Panel ratio = 8.1/4 or 8.2/4 > 2
Beam/Girder section is
300 x 600 mm
Column section: 300 x 300 mm
Superimposed dead load :
SDL = 1.5 kN/m2
Live load : LL = 3.0 kN/m2
External beams / girders
support a wall load:
mkNw
w
wall
wallwall
/4.140.43.00.12
HeightThickness
All external beams and girders support a wall of 0.3 m
thickness and 4 m height with a unit weight of 12 kN/m3.
Wall loading is a line load (kN/m) and is part of dead
load. The wall line load is :
Wall loading on beams
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Simply
supported
One end
continuous
Both ends
continuous Cantilever
Solid one-
way slab
L / 20 L / 24 L / 28 L / 10
Beams
or ribs
L / 16 L / 18.5 L / 21 L / 8
required)checkdeflectionno(170Take67.166
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24
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24
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min
min
min
mmhmmh
mm
L
h
mm
L
h
Solution of one-way solid slab example
Slab strip modeled as a continuous beam with four equal spans
Step 1: Thickness Use Table 9.5(a) for hmin
mkNwww
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L
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• Step 2: Loading
• Area loading (SDL and LL) is assumed to be
applied on all floor area.
• Strip load (kN/m) = Slab load (kN/m2) x 1 m
(Use consistent units)
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• Step 3: Analysis
• All conditions of ACI/SBC coefficient method are satisfied.
(Discuss topic)
• ln is the clear length wu is the factored uniform load
• For shear force, span positive moment and external negative
moment, ln is the clear length of the span
• For internal negative moment, ln is the average of clear lengths of
the adjacent spans.
• Cm and Cv are moment and shear coefficients given by tables.
• Because of symmetry, we give results for the first two spans only.
First Span (external) Second Span (internal)
L (m) 4.0 4.0
Ln (m) 3.7 3.7
wu (kN/m) 12.912 12.912
Moment coeff. Cm -1/24 1/14 -1/10 -1/11 1/16 -1/11
Ln (m) 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7
Moments (kN.m) -7.37 12.63 -17.68 -16.07 11.05 -16.07
Shear coeff. Cv 1.0 1.15 1.0 1.0
Ln (m) 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7
Shear forces (kN) 23.89 27.47 23.89 23.89
2
7.37.3
2
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2
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Analysis results for first two spans (symmetry)
Note that the external negative moment coefficient is (-1/24)
because the slab is supported by beams.
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RC-SLAB1 software gives the following output:
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Section dimensions of strip: b =1000 mm, h = 170 mm
Assume a 12-mm bar diameter. Steel depth and one bar area are:
It is always better to start RC design with maximum moment value
(discuss)
• Step 4: Flexural RC design
• RC design of a rectangular section with tension steel only
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RC design for interior negative moment Mu = 17.68 kN.m
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if S >> Smax then bar diameter may be reduced).
RC design for interior negative moment Mu = 17.68 kN.m
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mm300@12
mm300@12
RC design for positive span moment Mu = 12.63 kN.m
• We find As = 235.85 mm2 which is less than the
minimum value of 306 mm2
• We thus use As = Asmin = 306 mm2
• with 300 mm spacing (Controlled by Smax)
• (we find S = 369.6 mm)
• So we use (bottom steel)
• Design for exterior negative moment Mu = 7.37 kN.m
• Since minimum steel controlled the previous moment
value of 12.63 kN.m, it certainly controls a smaller
moment value.
• So we use (top steel at external supports)
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• Step 5: Shrinkage reinforcement
• Shrinkage steel (in secondary slab direction) is
equal to minimum steel.
• Ashr = Asmin = 306 mm2
• We use a smaller diameter of 10 mm
• Thus Ab = 78.5 mm2
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• Step 6: Shear check
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Min. 150 mm
Bottom steel
12@300
Shrinkage steel
10@250
Top steel
12@300
• Step 7: Detailing
• The design results must be presented in appropriate
execution plans providing all information about various
reinforcements as well as the development lengths.
• Following ACI / SBC provisions may be used :
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RC-SLAB1 Software
• The software performs all checks, analysis and
design. The final design output is:
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
lt
Transfer of loading from slab to beams
Uniform beam load is transferred
from the slab according to the
beam tributary width lt
The tributary width is computed
using mid-lines between beams.
For edge beams lt must include
all beam width and any slab
offset.
ml
ml
t
t
15.2
2
3.0
2
4
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4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
lt
Transfer of loading from slab to beams
The five beams have two spans
each and are supported either by
girders (beams B, D) or by
columns (beams A, C, E)
Beams A and E are subjected to a
wall load of 14.4 kN/m
Beam dead load must include
beam web weight and any
possible wall load.
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:isloadliveBeam
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Transfer of loading from slab to beams
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First Span (external) Second Span (external)
L (m) 8.2 8.1
Ln (m) 7.9 7.8
wu (kN/m) 55.9824 55.9824
Moment coeff. Cm -1/24 1/14 -1/9 -1/9 1/14 -1/24
Ln (m) 7.9 7.9 7.8 7.8
Moments (kN.m) -145.58 249.56 -383.31 -383.31 243.28 -141.92
Shear coeff. Cv 1.0 1.15 1.15 1.0
Ln (m) 7.9 7.9 7.8 7.8
Shear forces (kN) 221.13 254.30 251.08 218.33
2
8.79.7
2
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2
)( 2 n
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l
wCVlwCM
Analysis results for beam B
Note that the external negative moment coefficient is (-1/24)
because the beam is supported by girders (beams).
RC-SLAB1 output
• Coefficient method
does not give any
shear coefficient at
mid-span
• For shear design,
mid-span shear force
is taken equal to :
LLu
Lu
nLu
uL
ww
w
Lw
V
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• Step 4: Flange width
• The effective flange width is
mmb
mmm
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• Step 5: Flexural RC design
• Accurate design: as a T-section
• Approximate safe design: as a rectangular section (ignoring
flange overhangs)
• Compute required steel and compare to minimum steel:
T-section design for positive moment
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mmd
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40600
2
cover
Assume bar diameter 16 mm and stirrup diameter 10 mm,
Cover = 40 mm , Steel depth is then :
• Design for interior negative moment Mu = 383.31 kN.m
• Rectangular and T-section designs give the same result:
• As = 2152.53 mm2 requiring 11 bars (one top layer in the flange)
• For the rectangular beam, one layer can contain five bars only and
for 11 bars, three layers are required.
• Re-design is required (after correcting the steel depth)
• It turns out that twelve bars are required (5 + 5 + 2).
Flexural RC design
• Design for positive span moment Mu = 249.56 kN.m
• Approximate rectangular section design: As = 1324.8 mm2 (7 bars)
• Accurate T-section design: As = 1232.3 mm2 (7 bars)
• Recall minimum steel is 542 mm2
• Beam web can only have 5 bars in one layer. Two layers are thus
required.
• RC design should be repeated by correcting effective steel depth.
• RC-SLAB1 software performs all successive design corrections by
checking bar spacing and updating number of layers.
• Two layers (5 bars in first and two bars in second) turn out OK.
Flexural RC design
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RC-SLAB1 design output (as T-section or as Rectangular section)
Giving numbers of top and bottom bars, with bar cutoff
Step 6: Shear design
We perform shear design for the longest span (8.2 m) with higher
shear force value. Maximum shear at interior support with Cv = 1.15
kN
l
wCV n
buvu 3.254
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Concrete nominal shear strength is :
64
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Distance x0 beyond which stirrups are not required is :
mmm
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3433433.3
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2
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required over a distance :
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2
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Step 6: Shear design - Continued
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Step 6: Shear design - Continued
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Step 6: Shear design - Summary
Stirrups required over a distance Lst = 3433 mm (less than half-span)
Use of two-leg 10 mm stirrups as follows:
1. First stirrup at s1/2 = 100 mm, and then four stirrups with spacing
s1 = 200 mm (until 900 mm = Ls1)
2. Eleven stirrups with s2 = 250 mm (until Ls1 + Ls2 = 3650 mm)
Step 6: Shear design - Summary
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Ln1 Ln2 Ln3
Ln1 /4
Max (Ln2/3 ,Ln3/3)Max (Ln1/3 ,Ln2/3)
Min. 150 mm
Bottom steel
Top steel
• Step 7: Detailing
• Similar to one way slab, except that there is no shrinkage steel,
stirrups are present, bar number is given instead of bar spacing.
ACI / SBC guidelines for beams and ribs
Ln1 Ln2 Ln3
Ln1 /4
Max (Ln2/3 ,Ln3/3)Max (Ln1/3 ,Ln2/3)
Min. 150 mm 7D16
4D16 12D16
• Step 7: Detailing
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RC-SLAB1 design output can be used to draw execution plans
with a more economical reinforcement layout
• Internal beam D : Similar to beam B
• Internal beam C :
Same tributary width of 4 m, but supports are columns
Moment coefficients at external supports are -1/16 instead of
-1/24.
• External beam A or E :
Smaller tributary width of 2.15 m.
Supports are columns. Moment coefficients at external
supports are -1/16 instead of -1/24
Dead load must include wall load of 14.4 kN/m.
Effective section of the external beam is an L-section.
Analysis and design of other beams
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Girder loading (uniform and concentrated)
Girders are subjected to
uniform load as well as
concentrated forces transferred
from supported beams.
The concentrated force
transferred by a beam to a
girder depends on the girder
tributary width, determined by
mid-lines between the girders.
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
lt
Girder loading (uniform and concentrated)
mll
bll
ttn
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3.0
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determined by mid-lines
between the girders.
In order to avoid duplication
of the beam-girder joint
weight, the clear tributary
width ltn must be used.
It is obtained by subtracting
the girder width:
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
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4.0
4.0
4.0
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
Girder loading (uniform and concentrated)
Girders are supported by
columns. The three girders
(1, 2, 3) have two equal
spans each. Beams A, C, E
are also supported by
columns. So only beams B
and D transfer concentrated
forces to the girders.
m0.844 m0.844
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Girder concentrated force = Beam uniform loadx Clear tributary width
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The uniform load includes girder self weight, superimposed dead
load and live load applied on the girder width, as well as any possible
wall load :
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• Loads are transferred to columns from beams and girders
connected to them.
• These loads cause axial compression forces as well as bending
and shearing in both X-Z and Y-Z planes.
• Column internal forces may be determined by structural analysis.
• Column axial forces are cumulated through all floors.
• At each floor column axial force may be determined using
tributary width or tributary area concept.
• Column moments may be determined using moment distribution
method by isolating the column end with its connected members.
Transfer of loads to columns
• The axial force in each floor may be determined using
the preceding load transfer mechanism.
• The total column force may be computed from the
forces acting on the supported beams and girders using
the tributary width concept for each beam and girder.
• It may also be determined using the tributary area.
• Column tributary area At is determined using mid-lines
between column lines only (not beam lines).
Axial forces on columns
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4.0
4.0
4.0
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A
B
C
D
E
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shown by red lines
• Dead force includes area
loading as well the self
weight of the webs of all
beams and girders in the
tributary area.
• It also includes possible
walls.
Axial forces on columns
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
Axial forces on columns
2
2
2
2.65
2
0.8
2
0.8
2
1.8
2
2.8
:C2columnInternal
82.33
2
3.0
2
0.8
2
1.8
2
2.8
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2
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2
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2
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Axial forces on columns
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tL
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ALLP
,)(:Dead
:Live
• For beams / girders inside the tributary area, the total web self
weight and total wall load is considered : αi = 1
• For beams / girders with axis on the border of the tributary
area, only half is considered : αi = 0.5
• lti is the member length inside the tributary area.
• In order to avoid duplication of beam-girder joint weights,
clear lengths must be used for the beams and full lengths for
the girders.
Axial force in internal column C2
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tL
lwlhbAhSDLP
ALLP
,)(:Dead
:Live
• Tributary area = 65.2 m2
• Column C2 supports Beam C and Girder 2 and half of the
beams B and D.
• Clear distance of Beams (B, C, D) is : 8.15 - 0.3 = 7.85 m
• Distance of Girder 2 is : 8 m
• Substitution gives the following axial forces on Column C2 :
kNP
P
kNP
D
D
L
19.437
85.75.085.75.085.7843.03.0242.65)17.0245.1(:Dead
6.1952.650.3:Live
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Axial force in internal column C2
kNP
P
kNP
D
D
L
19.437
85.75.085.75.085.7843.03.0242.65)17.0245.1(:Dead
6.1952.650.3:Live
• These forces may also be obtained from beams and girders
connected to the column using tributary widths.
• Column C2 is connected to Beam C and Girder 2.
• The concentrated force on the column is obtained from the
uniform load on beam C and girder 2 as well as the concentrated
forces on girder 2.
• These beam and girder forces have been determined before.
Axial force in internal column C2
50 % of the concentrated
forces transferred from beams
B and D to girder 2 are then
transferred to column C2.
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D
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• Moments in columns may be determined in each direction using
moment distribution method on a simplified model where the
column joint (top or bottom) is isolated with all the members
connected to it. The other member ends are assumed to be fixed.
• Depending on the floor (intermediate or last), four possible
different cases can be met:
Computation of column moments using
moment distribution method
(a)
(b) (c) (d)
• Only beams (and girders) are loaded.
• The maximum moment in the column joint occurs when the
unbalanced moment is maximum, that is when one beam is loaded
by dead and live load and the other beam loaded by dead load only.
• It is recommended to load the longest beam with dead and live load.
• Cases (a) and (c) with one beam only lead to higher unbalanced
moments on the joint.
• Case (a) is the worst one as the unbalanced moment is resisted by
two members only.
Computation of column moments using
moment distribution method
(a)
(b) (c) (d)
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Computation of column moments using
moment distribution method
• We consider the more general case (d) with four members.
• The beams are subjected to two different uniform loads and
two different concentrated forces at their mid-span.
• Considering clockwise direction as positive, the fixed end
moments at A resulting from loads in beams AB and AC are :
AB C
D
E
P2
P1
W2
W1
812812
)()(:AatmomentUnbalanced
812
)(,
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2
2
21
2
1
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2
21
2
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A
ACABA
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AC
ABAB
AB
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M
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LPLw
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LPLw
FEM
Computation of column moments using
moment distribution method
AB C
D
E
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W2
W1
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2
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1 ACACABAB
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• It is clear that this moment will be maximum when
one beam is fully loaded while the other is only
subject to dead load.
• Case (a) is in fact the worst as the unbalanced moment
is maximum with one beam fully loaded and the part
going to the column is maximum since two members
only are connected to the joint
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Computation of column moments using
moment distribution method
• To put joint A in equilibrium, an opposite moment (-MA) must
be added and distributed between all members connected to
joint A according to their distribution factors.
• The distribution factor of member m in a joint, is equal to the
ratio of the member stiffness factor to the sum of all stiffness
factors of all elements connected to the joint. It represents the
part of the joint moment that the member supports.
• In any joint the sum of distribution factors of all elements
connected to the joint, is equal to unity.
i i
m
i i
m
m
L
I
L
I
L
EI
L
EI
DF
4
4
Computation of column moments using
moment distribution method
i i
m
i i
m
m
L
I
L
I
L
EI
L
EI
DF
4
4 I : Section moment of inertia
L : Span length.
E : Young’s modulus
The moments in the columns
at joint A (top of column AD
and bottom of column AE)
are therefore:
AEADACAB
AE
AAE
AEADACAB
AD
AAD
L
I
L
I
L
I
L
I
L
I
MM
L
I
L
I
L
I
L
I
L
I
MM
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AB C
D
E
W2
W1
Numerical application
Moment in intermediate floor columns
• We consider column C2 in an intermediate floor in
X-direction with loading coming from beam C
• We load the longest span (8.2 m) with ultimate
load while the shortest is loaded with factored
dead load only.
mkNw
mkNw
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2
1
The fixed end moments at the column joint A and the resulting
unbalanced joint moment are :
mkNFEMFEMM
mkN
Lw
FEM
mkN
Lw
FEM
ACABA
AC
AC
AB
AB
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22
2
22
1
AB C
D
E
W2
W1
Numerical application
Moment in intermediate floor columns
Assuming a column height of 3.5 m and
recalling beam section (0.3 x 0.6 m) and
column section (0.3 x 0.3), the member
stiffness factors are :
34
3
34
3
34
4
10666667.6
1.8
12/6.03.0
10585366.6
2.8
12/6.03.0
1092857.1
5.3
12/3.0
m
L
I
m
L
I
m
L
I
L
I
AC
AB
AEAD
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Numerical application
The moments in the top
and bottom columns at
joint A are :
AEADACAB
AE
AAE
AEADACAB
AD
AAD
L
I
L
I
L
I
L
I
L
I
MM
L
I
L
I
L
I
L
I
L
I
MM
mkNMM AEAD .43.13
666667.6585366.692857.192857.1
92857.1
141.119
If we load both beams with the same ultimate load, the unbalanced
moment would almost vanish and be caused only by the minor
difference in the span lengths. The resulting column moments
would be 0.85 kN.m only.
• Consider column C1 in the roof in X-direction :
• The out of balance moment and column moment
are thus :
A
B
D
W1
mkNM
mkNFEMM
AD
ABA
.055.71
585366.692857.1
92857.1
43.356
.675.313)(
• This moment in an edge (or corner) column in the roof, is more
than five times greater than the previous one in an internal
column and intermediate floor.
• Corner and edge columns in roof are subjected to higher moments
than other columns.
• Corner columns in roof are subjected to higher biaxial moments
Moments in roof columns
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CE 370
REINFORCED CONCRETE-I
Prof. A. Charif
Analysis and design of joist slabs
Typical joist (rib)
Vertical section
bw S
bf
hw
hf
Void or hollow
block (Hourdis)
Analysis and design of joist slabs
• Joists (Ribs) are closely spaced T-beams which are supported by
transverse beams resting on girders or columns.
• Joist slab very popular and offers many advantages (lighter, more
economical, better isolation).
Space between ribs may be
void or filled with light hollow
blocks called “Hourdis”
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bw S
bf
hw
hf
Void or Hourdis
Analysis and design of joist slabs
ACI / SBC conditions on joist dimensions
mmS
mm
S
h
bh
mmb
f
ww
w
800:Spacing
50
12/
:thicknessFlange
5.3:thicknessWeb
100:widthWeb
• ACI / SBC codes specify that concrete shear strength may be
increased by 10 % in joists.
• Usually stirrups are not required in joists, but are used to hold
longitudinal bars.
• It is therefore recommended to consider stirrups when computing
longitudinal steel depth.
Sbb wf :widthFlange
• Analysis and design of joist slabs is thus equivalent to
analysis and design of a typical joist as a T-beam.
• Shrinkage reinforcement must then be provided in the
secondary direction
• Joist loading is determined with the flange width acting
as a tributary width. If Hourdis blocks are present, their
weight is added to dead load :
Analysis and design of joist slabs
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1. Thickness: Determine or check thickness
2. Geometry and Loading: Check joist dimensions and determine
loading, adding possible Hourdis weight to dead load
3. Analysis: Determine ultimate moments / shear forces at major
locations using coefficient method (if conditions are satisfied)
4. Flexural RC design: Perform RC design using standard methods
5. Shrinkage reinforcement: Determine shrinkage reinforcement
and corresponding spacing
6. Shear check: Perform shear check with Vc increased by 10%. If
not checked, stirrups must be provided.
7. Flange check: Part of the flange is un-reinforced. It must be
checked as a plain concrete member.
8. Detailing: Draw execution plans
Steps for analysis / design of joist slabs
Example of one-way joist slab
• Beams are in X-direction
• Girders are in Y-direction
• Joists in Y-directions
• Beams and girders have the
same section 300 x 600 mm
• Column section 300 x 300 mm
• Superimposed dead load is
SDL = 1.5 kN/m2
• Live load: LL = 3.0 kN/m2
• External beams / girders
support wall load of 14.4 kN/m
• Hourdis blocks used with unit
weight of 12 kN/m3
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
500
120120
50 250
Joist Data (mm)
MPaf
mkN
MPaf
y
c
c
420
/24
25
3
'
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Simply
supported
One end
continuous
Both ends
continuous Cantilever
Solid one-
way slab
L / 20 L / 24 L / 28 L / 10
Beams / Ribs L / 16 L / 18.5 L / 21 L / 8
mmhhh
hhmmh
mm
L
h
mm
L
h
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required)checkdeflectionno(OK,22.216
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5.18
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minmin
min
min
Solution of joist slab example
Joist modeled as a continuous beam with four equal spans
Step 1: Thickness Use Table 9.5(a) for hmin
• Step 2: Geometry and Loading
• A) Geometry: Check joist dimensions
mmbSb
mmmmS
mm
mmS
mmh
mmbmmh
mmmmb
wf
f
ww
w
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OK800500:Spacing
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50
67.4112/50012/
50:thicknessFlange
OK4201205.35.3250:thicknessWeb
OK100120:widthWeb
• B) Loading: Area loading (SDL and LL) applied on all floor area
kN/m614.87.14.1:Ultimate
kN/m86.162.03:Live
kN/m894.325.05.01225.012.02462.0)05.0245.1(
)(:Dead
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w
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)( 2 n
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2
3.0
2
3.0
0.4:spansallFor
• Step 3: Analysis
• All conditions of ACI/SBC coefficient method are satisfied.
(Discuss topic)
• ln is the clear length wu is the factored uniform load
• For shear force, span positive moment and external negative
moment, ln is the clear length of the span
• For internal negative moment, ln is the average of clear
lengths of the adjacent spans.
• Cm and Cv are the moment and shear coefficients given by
tables.
First Span (external) Second Span (internal)
L (m) 4.0 4.0
Ln (m) 3.7 3.7
wu (kN/m) 8.614 8.614
Moment coeff. Cm -1/24 1/14 -1/10 -1/11 1/16 -1/11
Ln (m) 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7
Moments (kN.m) -4.91 8.42 -11.79 -10.72 7.37 -10.72
Shear coeff. Cv 1.0 1.15 1.0 1.0
Ln (m) 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7
Shear forces (kN) 15.94 18.33 15.94 15.94
2
7.37.3
2
7.37.3
2
)( 2 n
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l
wCVlwCM
Analysis results for first two spans (symmetry)
Note that the external negative moment coefficient is (-1/24)
because the joist is supported by beams.
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RC-SLAB1
software
output
• Step 4: Flexural RC design
• Standard RC design of a T-section with concrete cover = 20 mm
• Assume bar diameter db = 12 mm and stirrup diameter ds = 8 mm
mmd
d
hd s
b
2668
2
12
20300
2
coverdepthSteel
• RC design for internal negative moment Mu = 11.79 kN.m
• We find As = 121.88 mm2 requiring two 12 mm bars (we may
use two 10 mm bars).
• We perform RC design in other locations
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RC-SLAB1 design output
• Step 5: Shrinkage reinforcement
• As in one way solid slabs, shrinkage steel (in secondary slab
direction) is equal to minimum steel.
• Ashr = Asmin = 0.0018 bh = 0.0018 x 1000 x 50 = 90 mm2
(we consider 1 m strip)
• We use a smaller diameter of 10 mm. Thus : Ab = 78.5 mm2
mm200@10:useWe
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b
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• Step 6: Shear check
• We must check that concrete is sufficient to resist shear on its
own with its nominal shear strength increased by 10 % .
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2
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• Step 7: Flange check
• Flange part between webs must be checked as
a plain concrete member.
• We analyze a 1m strip.
• It is considered as fixed to both webs with a
length equal to spacing S = 500 mm = 0.5 m
• The section is b x hf = 1000 x 50 mm
• The ultimate uniform load is obtained from
slab loading:
S
w
mkNmw
mLLhSDLmww fcsu
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17.14.11
mkN
Sw
Mu .185.0
12
5.088.8
12
22
• The maximum ultimate moment at fixed ends is:
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• Step 7: Flange check – Continued
• As the member is un-reinforced, the nominal capacity must
consider concrete tension strength, as defined by SBC:
MPafct 5.37.0 '
OKisFlange.185.0
0.65:concreteplainFor
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6
501000
5.3
6
22
mkNMM
mkNM
mkNmmN
bh
M
un
n
f
tn
t
t
• The nominal moment for a rectangular section with
maximum stress equal to tension strength is:
• Step 8: Detailing
• Standard execution plans conforming to ACI / SBC provisions
for beams and ribs
Ln1 Ln2 Ln3
Ln1 /4
Max (Ln2/3 ,Ln3/3)Max (Ln1/3 ,Ln2/3)
Min. 150 mm
1D12
1D12 2D12
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• Load is transferred by joists to
beams according to tributary
width lt as in one way solid
slabs
• Area load (kN/m2) used for
this purpose is equal to the
joist load (kN/m) divided by
the flange width.
• In order to avoid duplication of
the joist-beam joint weight, we
must use the beam clear
tributary width ltn, obtained by
subtracting the beam width.
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
bttn bll
:beamofhutary widtClear trib
Transfer of loading from joist slab to beams
• Beams have two spans each
and are supported either by
girders or columns (beams A,
C, E)
• Beam dead load must include
possible wall load.
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
Transfer of loading from joist slab to beams
wallbbbctn
jf
jD
bD
tbL
wbSDLhbl
b
w
w
lLLw
:Dead
:Live
:loadingBeam
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• Tributary widths and loads for
internal beams (B, C, D) are :
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
8.2 m 8.1 m
A
B
C
D
E
1 2 3
Transfer of loading from joist slab to beams
tbL
wallbbbctn
jf
jD
bD
lLLw
wbSDLhbl
b
w
w
mkNw
mkNw
mkNw
w
ml
ml
bu
bL
bD
bD
tn
t
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3.05.16.03.0247.3
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894.3
7.33.00.4
0.4
2
4
2
4
• Because of the interaction between the beam and the slab, the
effective beam section is:
T-section for internal beams
L-section for edge beams.
• However with a small flange thickness (less than 80 mm), it is
recommended to use a rectangular section.
• Analysis and design of beams is performed using the same steps
as in one way solid slabs.
Effective beam section
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• The following
figure is produced
by RC-SLAB1
software.
• It performs various
checks and gives
the analysis results
and diagrams.
Analysis and design of beam B
First Span (external) Second Span (external)
L (m) 8.2 8.1
Ln (m) 7.9 7.8
wu (kN/m) 59.61 59.61
Moment coeff. Cm -1/24 1/14 -1/9 -1/9 1/14 -1/24
Ln (m) 7.9 7.9 7.8 7.8
Moments (kN.m) -155.02 265.74 -408.15 -408.15 259.06 -151.12
Shear coeff. Cv 1.0 1.15 1.15 1.0
Ln (m) 7.9 7.9 7.8 7.8
Shear forces (kN) 235.47 270.79 267.36 232.49
2
8.79.7
2
8.79.7
2
)( 2 n
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l
wCVlwCM
Analysis results for beam B
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• This figure, also produced by RC-SLAB1 software, shows the
flexural design results with bar cutoff (considering a rectangular
section).
Analysis and design of beam B
Girder loading (uniform and concentrated)
• Girders are subjected to uniform loading and concentrated forces
transferred from supported beams just as in one-way solid slabs.
Concentrated forces on columns
• The axial forces in the columns may be determined, as in the case
of one-way solid slab, using the tributary area concept. The area
load is equal to the joist line load divided by the flange width.
• Dead force includes area loading as well self weight of the webs
of all beams and girders in the tributary area. It also includes
possible wall loads.
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tiiwallitiwiwiict
jf
jD
D
ALLP
lwlhbA
b
w
P
:Live
:Dead ,
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RC-SLAB1 Software
Developed by Prof. Abdelhamid Charif
• This program performs analysis and design of RC one-way slabs
and continuous beams according to SBC and ACI codes.
• A powerful graphical interface is implemented .
• Both one-way solid slabs and joist slabs are considered.
• Inter-rib spaces may be void or contain “hourdis” blocks.
• The slab or the joist as well as supporting beams can be analyzed
and designed with automatic load transfer from slab to beams.
• Beam loading may include wall line load.
• Various code checks are performed (thickness, shear, flange, …).
• Both ACI / SBC coefficient method and elastic finite element
method can be used for the analysis.
• The coefficient method is used only if all conditions are satisfied.
• But even if these conditions are satisfied, the user can still choose
either method for comparison purposes
RC-SLAB1 Software
Developed by Prof. Abdelhamid Charif
• With the code coefficient method, envelope curves of the
moment and shear diagrams are generated and used in design.
• Beams may be designed using the original rectangular section or
the effective T-section / L-section (resulting from beam-slab
interaction) with automatic determination of flange width.
• The software delivers an optimum reinforcement pattern along
the model by performing appropriate bar cutoff.
• A powerful re-design algorithm allows checking and updating
bar / layer numbers and spacing.
• Both demand and capacity moment diagrams are produced.
• Shear design is performed for beams or ribs requiring it.
• Single stirrup spacing is produced for the critical section.
• For span design, variation of stirrup spacing is delivered.