Abstract: The Southwell, Modified and Massey extrapolation techniques are derived for a doubly symmetric beam with a transverse force applied at an eccentricity to the shear center. A finite element algorithm which takes into account ...

Abstract: In this study 21 high-strength, fiber-reinforced columns were tested consisting of 9 155-mm square columns and 12 200-mm square columns. The concrete mix contained 2% (by weight) of end hooked steel fibers and with concrete ...

Abstract: Ultimate strength limit state provisions of the LRFD code ACI 318-95 are based largely on code-calibration considerations. Calibration exercises to date have been restricted to normal-strength concretes (NSC). The present ...

Abstract: A finite element procedure developed for the study of fracture in concrete is extended for the simulation of tensile and/or shear fracture in masonry. Triangular units are grouped into rectangular zones mimicking brick ...

Abstract: For self-anchored suspension bridges having the fabrication camber subjected to live loads, a new deflection theory is formulated after an optimized initial state solution is found under dead loads. Its analytical solution ...