Precast Concrete Frame Structures Research Articles

Research and development in precast concrete framed structures

AbstractResearch work on precast concrete framed structures carried out over the past 20 years has culminated with the large‐scale testing of a five‐storey frame in the USA, a pan‐European project on the structural behaviour of frame connections, and the optimization of some highly engineered concrete elements. This paper reviews the most important advances, explaining to designers the relevance of the results of tests carried out on complete sway frames, on floor systems and connections subjected to gravity, horizontal and catenary forces, and on the wide‐ranging developments of elements such as prestressed hollow core floor units. The design engineer now has more information, through full‐scale experimental testing, realistic numerical studies and 3‐dimensional nonlinear computer programs, to enable safer and more efficient design than ever before.

Shear-Transfer Behavior of Post-Tensioned Grouted Shear-Key Connections in Precast Concrete-Framed Structures

Shear-Transfer Behavior of Post-Tensioned Grouted Shear-Key Connections in Precast Concrete-Framed Structures

An Analytical Approach to Establishing the Seismic Resistance Available in Precast Concrete Frame Structures

I f precast concrete is to be a viable means of building frame structures in zones of moderate and high seismicity, a methodology for establishing the ability of precast concrete frames to withstand ground shaking must be developed. The development of ductile (earthquake resistant) frames constructed of precast concrete has been consistently identified as high priority for research in precast concrete design.' Before such research can he meaningfully undertaken, an analytical procedure for assessing performance and subsequently designing systems must be developed. This paper proposes an analytical procedure to accomplish this goal. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND