An engineering mechanics based approach to predict safety of rc columns under high temperatures

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Abstract

Up till now, the design code for the determination of fire resistance of reinforced concrete (RC) columns is essentially based on tabulated data. Clearly, a more scientific approach based on an understanding of the fundamental behavior of columns in fire is timely and will be useful to structural engineers. This paper develops a straightforward and rational method to predict the fire resistance of RC columns, which is based on the traditional Rankine approach. The effect of shear bond, if included in the Rankine approach, will yield more accurate predictions. Material deterioration at elevated temperature with regard to the strength and stability of columns is also quantified.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAdvances in Civil Structures
Pages42-45
Number of pages4
DOIs
StatePublished - 2013
Event3rd International Conference on Civil Engineering, Architecture and Building Materials, CEABM 2013 - Jinan, China
Duration: 24 May 201326 May 2013

Publication series

NameApplied Mechanics and Materials
Volume351-352
ISSN (Print)1660-9336
ISSN (Electronic)1662-7482

Conference

Conference3rd International Conference on Civil Engineering, Architecture and Building Materials, CEABM 2013
Country/TerritoryChina
CityJinan
Period24/05/1326/05/13

Keywords

  • Column
  • High temperature
  • Reinforced concrete
  • Shear bond

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