Strengthening of RC Beams with Solid Steel Plates
Journal: Athens Journal of Technology & Engineering (Vol.3, No. 4)Publication Date: 2016-12-01
Authors : Eray Ozbek; Meryem Bocek; Sabahattin Aykac;
Page : 291-298
Keywords : Epoxy-bonded plate; Flexure; Shear; Structural strengthening;
Abstract
Strengthening of RC beams by bonding steel plates to the bottom face of the beams against flexure is a commonly used method. However, significant ductility problems have been encountered in the studies carried out so far. In this study a simple and applicable end connection has been developed to achieve a satisfied ductility level in addition to the strength. A total of four full scale RC beams, one of them a reference beam, were prepared and tested. Three beams were strengthened against flexure. Despite the increase in the strength about two-andhalf-times, it was found that the behaviour of specimens was still quite ductile.
Other Latest Articles
- EPICS Installation Procedures for Raspberry Pi
- Comparative Study of Women’s Status among Six Big State Economies of India
- An Analysis of Marketing Environment that Influence the Marketing Ethics
- A Study on Safety and Welfare Measures Provided to the Employees in Textile Industry in Tirupur District
- Towards Restructuring the HR Education methodology and pedagogical approach: HR Academician perspective from B-Schools
Last modified: 2016-11-21 22:38:36