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Q. A fiber manufacturer uses a proprietary design method. How can the validity of this method be confirmed? A. The validity of a proprietary design method for fiber-reinforced concrete can be confirmed using the design concepts and methods outlined in ACI 544.4R. These non-proprietary methods are based on peer-reviewed, published academic research and apply to all types of fibers, regardless of brand, material, or architecture. Design professionals can utilize ACI 544.4R to independently design or verify fiber-reinforced concrete calculations for any fiber type and application, ensuring consistency and validity. References: ACI 544.1R, ACI 544.4R Topics in Concrete: Concrete Fundamentals, Fiber Reinforced Concrete
Q. A fiber manufacturer uses a proprietary design method. How can the validity of this method be confirmed?
A. The validity of a proprietary design method for fiber-reinforced concrete can be confirmed using the design concepts and methods outlined in ACI 544.4R. These non-proprietary methods are based on peer-reviewed, published academic research and apply to all types of fibers, regardless of brand, material, or architecture. Design professionals can utilize ACI 544.4R to independently design or verify fiber-reinforced concrete calculations for any fiber type and application, ensuring consistency and validity.
References: ACI 544.1R, ACI 544.4R
Topics in Concrete: Concrete Fundamentals, Fiber Reinforced Concrete