Abstract: In the construction of reinforced concrete structures, bent reinforcing bars (rebars) are manually straightened to connect wall-slab joints in tall buildings, retaining wall-slab joints, and temporary openings, among other ...

Abstract: Reshoring makes a floor support its own weight and decreases the construction load in the lower levels. However, a significant concern regarding reshoring lies in its safety and serviceability when shores are replaced while ...

Abstract: As the number of high-rise buildings increases, the floor-to-floor height has been considered as a significant component due to limited city areas. To reduce the floor-to-floor height, a newly developed composite beam using ...