Punching shear is a failure mechanism in structural members like slabs and foundation by shear under the action of concentrated loads. Calculations of punching shear is discussed.
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Design of Curtain Walls for Wind Loads -Details and Calculations
Curtain walls are the first structural element that subjected to wind loads. Wind loads controls the structural design of curtain walls which are discussed.
Methods of Bridge Column Casing -Properties, Details and Uses
Purpose of providing bridge column casing is to improve its ductility, shear and flexural capacity. Methods of column casing, details and uses are discussed.
Failure Modes of RCC Beams Strengthened with NSM FRP Techniques
The near surface mounted strengthening of reinforced concrete beams improves its flexural strength. Failure modes of such beams is discussed.
Reinforcements for Slabs-on-Ground Crack Width Control -As Per ACI
The slabs constructed on ground must be designed taking into consideration the crack control factors. Reinforcement details for slabs-on-ground is discussed.
Construction of Slabs on Ground -Design Considerations Based on ACI and ASTM
Construction of Slab on Ground- Design Elements The construction of slab on ground requires certain basic design elements. These design elements must be enlisted and added in the contract documents by the designer in charge before asking for a bidding. ...
Uncased Cast-in-Situ Concrete Piles – Types and Uses
Uncased cast in situ piles are used where the ground does not disturb pile hole with soil or water falling in it. Types and uses of this pile is discussed.
Cased Cast-in-Situ Concrete Piles – Types, Uses and Advantages
Cased piles consist a shell around it and these piles when casted in site are called cased cast-in-situ concrete piles. Types and advantages of these piles are discussed.