Compressive Force-Path Method

This book presents a method which simplifies and unifies the design of reinforced concrete structures under both normal and seismic loading conditions. Covers beams, columns and walls, beam-to-beam or column-to-column connections, and beam-to-column joints.

Describes a method suitable not only for designing new earthquake-resistant RC structures but also for the structural assessment and redesign/upgrading of existing RC structures Clearly explains the concepts underlying the method and its application to all common structural elements Presents evidence of the validity of the method plus design examples and comparisons with current code specifications Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Auteur
Michael D. Kotsovos is full professor of Civil and Building Engineering, and Director of the Laboratory of Reinforced Concrete Structures at the National Technical University of Athens, Greece.

Contenu
Reappraisal of concepts underlying reinforced concrete design.- The concept of the compressive-force path.- Modelling of simply-supported beams.- Design of simply supported beams.- Design for punching of flat slabs.- Design of skeletal structures with beam-like elements.- Earthquake-resistant design.- Design examples.