Monotonic non-linear analysis of reinforced concrete knee joints using strut-and-tie computer models

Authors

  • N.H.T. To University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
  • J.M. Ingham University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand http://orcid.org/0000-0002-0989-9097
  • S. Sritharan Iowa State University, Ames, USA

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https://doi.org/10.5459/bnzsee.34.3.169-190

Abstract

This paper presents the continuation of research considering the analysis of reinforced concrete bridge knee joints subjected to in-plane seismic loads. Strut-and-tie models incorporating rational joint force transfer mechanisms were developed to capture the non-linear inelastic response measured in four large-scale bridge knee joint tests. These models corresponded to different joint reinforcement detailing types and were analysed with Drain-2DX using non-linear truss elements. Obtained results were in satisfactory agreement with the measured displacement envelopes.

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30-09-2001

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To, N., Ingham, J., & Sritharan, S. (2001). Monotonic non-linear analysis of reinforced concrete knee joints using strut-and-tie computer models . Bulletin of the New Zealand Society for Earthquake Engineering, 34(3), 169–190. https://doi.org/10.5459/bnzsee.34.3.169-190

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