Title: Prestressed Concrete Members Optimum Design

Author(s): L. I. Nedelcu

Publication: Symposium Paper

Volume: 111

Issue:

Appears on pages(s): 87-98

Keywords: computer programs; elastic analysis; optimization; prestress loss; prestressed concrete; prestressing steels; structural design; General

DOI: 10.14359/3667

Date: 12/1/1988

Abstract:
Presents an optimum design for a given prestressed concrete member, chosen from an existing shape library and a given external load system. It is emphasized that, as part of the given data, the tendon diagram is determinant in designing a prestressed concrete member. The analysis is based on the elastic behavior of the member, and a realistic investigation of the capacity of the member is performed. The whole process implies an appreciable volume of computations and is suitable for digital computers. A design aid for the initial and final stages of the prestressed concrete member is also presented.