What is a structure ?
A structure means a system of connected parts used to support a load. An elastic body is called a structure when a set of loads are applied the elastic body deforms and also the system …
🏢 Structural Design
Design is the final step in the whole engineering process. A good design satisfies the requirements of strength and serviceability while also remaining economic to construct.
Losses in Prestressed concrete
The effective prestress in concrete undergoes a gradual reduction with time from the stage of transfer due to various causes. This is called losses in prestressing. Types of Losses Pre tensioning Elastic deformation in concrete …
Prestressing methods
Prestressed concrete is used in a wide range of building and civil structures where its improved performance can allow for longer spans, reduced structural thickness, and materials saving compared with simple RCC. There are basically two …
IS Specifications for prestressed concrete
The code of practice for prestressed concrete is IS:1343-1980. In this post some of the very important specifications which one should keep in mind before going for design of prestressed concrete is discussed. Minimum cover …
Materials used for Prestressed concrete
Prestressed concrete is used in a wide range of building and civil structures where its improved performance can allow for longer spans, reduced structural thickness, and materials saving compared with simple RCC. Prestressed concrete is …
Difference between Reinforced concrete and Prestressed concrete
Both the reinforced concrete and prestressed concrete structures employ two materials, that is, concrete and steel. Besides these two materials, there is nothing common between them and their structural behavior is quite different. RC structures …
Design procedure for column with Biaxial moments
A column is a special case of a compression member that is vertical. A reinforced concrete column is basically a vertical structural member, which helps to transfer the load from top to bottom in a …
Longitudinal bars detailing of a column section
Longitudinal reinforcement is provided in column to carry thr applied axial load and bending moment along with concrete. Minimum longitudinal reinforcement It should be at least 0.8 percent of the gross cross sectional area required. …
Detailing specification for a beam section
A beam is a structural element that is capable of withstanding load primarily by resisting against bending. We design beams by limit state method as per IS 456: 2000. We should consider different detailing specifications …
Earthquake considerations for design of column sections
It is very important to consider the effect of earthquake in proportioning of columns and their reinforcement. The design is based on IS: 13920:1993. This code is applicable to members that have factored axial stress …