Title:
Interpretation of Testing Results for Reinforced Concrete Panels
Author(s):
K. Pilakoutas and A. S. ElnashaiI
Publication:
Structural Journal
Volume:
90
Issue:
6
Appears on pages(s):
642-645
Keywords:
reinforced concrete; shear properties; tests; walls; Design
DOI:
10.14359/4491
Date:
11/1/1993
Abstract:
In the context of "capacity design" and the requirements of failure mode control, the accurate and realistic interpretation of test results assumes a role of utmost importance. Moreover, the separation of overall action-deformation characteristics into components reflecting the true response mechanism (such as shear and flexure in reinforced concrete) enables preferential design in favor of a more ductile mechanism to another. In this context, the paper highlights common pitfalls in the control and interpretation of tests on mixed-mode (flexure/shear) reinforced concrete members; such misinterpretations were identified in recent publications and may lead to erroneous conclusions. Means of minimizing testing errors and possible remedial action are also briefly outlined.