Abstract: Methods of predicting the load‐deformation response of orthogonally reinforced concrete slab elements subjected to pure torsional moments in the reinforcement directions are presented. Uncracked, cracked, and ultimate ...

Abstract: Robert Maillart's dimensioning procedure for orthogonally reinforced flat slabs is reviewed and compared with methods of elastic plate theory and limit analysis. It is shown that compared to an elastic analysis, Maillart ...

Abstract: After a review of limit analysis and compression field approaches and a discussion of a recently developed tension chord model, this paper presents a new model for cracked, orthogonally reinforced concrete panels subjected ...

Abstract: Starting from a description of his four curved concrete arch bridge projects it is shown how Maillart adapted his deck-stiffened arch concept to allow for a horizontally curved deck. Based on this review possible extensions ...

Abstract: In this paper, the cracked membrane model is developed into a finite element formulation for the analysis of orthogonally reinforced structural elements in plane stress (such as deep beams and walls). The cracked membrane ...

Abstract: Results of torsion tests to failure on nine orthogonally reinforced concrete slab elements are described and compared with various theoretical predictions. The specimens had dimensions of