Title:
Reinforced Concrete Tanks
Author(s):
Javeed A. Munshi, and William C. Sherman
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
26
Issue:
2
Appears on pages(s):
101-108
Keywords:
Seismic design; seismic performance; ACI 350; environmental structures; liquid-containing structures; dynamic response; seismic detailing
DOI:
Date:
2/1/2004
Abstract:
Historically, reinforced concrete tanks have performed very well against earthquakes. There are various reasons why it is common that many tanks behave elastically during an earthquake, thus not being damaged. The questions then arise: Can there be a simple approach to designing these structures against earthquakes? When do we need to use more elaborate procedures? This article addresses these issues and provides an example of how to apply the current design code, ACI 350-01.