Title:
Strengthening with Shear Collars
Author(s):
Predrag L. Popovic and Gary J. Klein
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
24
Issue:
1
Appears on pages(s):
32-36
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DOI:
Date:
1/1/2002
Abstract:
Since their development 20 years ago, concrete shear collars have been used successfully for many practical applications where improved load transfer to columns was needed. Shear collars are a simple, economical method for correcting existing structural deficiencies, increasing structural capacity for additional loads, facilitating installation of new floors, improving seismic resistance, and simplifying bridge-bearing replacement. . .