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Shining a New Light on the Riddle of Shear

The article examines the assumptions in the ACI 318 Code and design approaches for shear using the results from beam tests with varying shear reinforcement designs measured with emerging sensor technologies. It describes the research campaign, presents the distributed measurements with a discussion of the key insights, and offers some takeaways for designers.

Available in the following language(s): Spanish, Japanese

Concrete Q&A: Low Strength Results and Core Testing

Is coring the only option when lower than specified strength is determined in a section of a concrete structure? This month’s Q&A discusses when coring is needed to determine in-place concrete strength as well as coring procedure, testing cores, and evaluating test results.

Available in the following language(s): Spanish

Engineering Greatness: Advancing the Industry through Young Member Engagement

Increasing opportunities for professional development is one of the main objectives of ACI’s strategic plan. This is especially true when it comes to making sure that ACI’s 118-year-old archive of concrete knowledge and technology is passed along from one generation to the next.

Available in the following language(s): Spanish

Pursuing Success

ACI Foundation Fellowship recipient Ziad Elaghoury talks about his passion for concrete

Available in the following language(s): Spanish

Design of the Chau Chak Wing Museum

Overall winning project of the 2022 ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards

Available in the following language(s): Spanish