A new model for concrete edge failure of multiple row anchorages with supplementary reinforcement—Reinforcement failure

Abstract

The paper presents a new model for predicting the resistance of anchorages with supplementary reinforcement loaded in shear toward and perpendicular to the edge in case of reinforcement failure. The model is based on the evaluation of the results of a comprehensive test program performed on anchorages with multiple anchor rows and supplementary reinforcement, reported in an earlier paper. It is shown that the existing models available in the codes and standards are conservative for low to medium amounts of supplementary reinforcement but tend to be unconservative for high amounts of reinforcement. The new model is able to predict the failure loads corresponding to reinforcement failure under shear loads very well. The approach to incorporate other failure modes into the design model for anchorages with supplementary reinforcement under shear loads toward the edge will be presented in another paper.