Title:
Designing Reinforced Concrete Structures for Fire Performance
Author(s):
Tricia G. Ladely and Veronica Nehasil
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
45
Issue:
12
Appears on pages(s):
27-30
Keywords:
rating, time, temperature, testing
DOI:
10.14359/51740269
Date:
12/1/2023
Abstract:
This article describes research on the effects of cooling phases on the load-bearing capacity of concrete members in a fire funded by ACI Foundation. The results of this research will not only have a positive impact on safety of first responders but will also benefit structural engineers who design reinforced concrete structures for fire performance.
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