FraMCoS 2 1995 Zurich, Switzerland

Using Fracture Mechanics Concepts to Predict the Shear Strength of Concrete Structures

Tests were conducted on three point bend specimens with offset notches exterior steel bars to investigate using fracture mechanics concepts to shear strength. Results were analyzed using finite elements methods. new criterion had to be developed to accurately forecast crack…

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Abstract

Tests were conducted on three point bend specimens with offset notches exterior steel bars to investigate using fracture mechanics concepts to shear strength. Results were analyzed using finite elements methods. new criterion had to be developed to accurately forecast crack curving effects.