Abstract: In this study, 16 reinforced concrete (RC) simple-span beams were tested statically up to failure to quantitatively investigate the arch action. Variables included four shear-span ratios (2, 2.5, 3, and 4), two longitudinal ...

Abstract: Nuclear Energy Institute guidelines present a standard for assessing shock effects due to aircraft impact on nuclear power plants. The guidelines provide the capacity of equipment to survive shock-induced loading from ...