Title:
Eccentric Beam-Column Connections
Author(s):
James M. LaFave, John F. Bonacci, Burcu Burak, and Myoungsu Shin
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
27
Issue:
9
Appears on pages(s):
58-62
Keywords:
beam-column connection, joint shear strength, design effective joint width
DOI:
Date:
9/1/2005
Abstract:
The effect of eccentric beams on joints is an area in need of additional research. This is particularly so in light of how common this type of connection is in exterior reinforced concrete building frames, where beams often frame into a column with the outside beam and column faces flush. In response to this need, joint ACI-ASCE Committee 352 appointed a task group to investigate all currently available research on the subject and to propose design recommendations. This article presents the results of those efforts.