Beam-Column Connections in Precast Reinforced Concrete Construction

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Title: Beam-Column Connections in Precast Reinforced Concrete Construction

Author(s): M. Seckin and H. C. Fu

Publication: Structural Journal

Volume: 87

Issue: 3

Appears on pages(s): 252-261

Keywords: beam-column frame; connections; deformations; ductility; joints (junctions); loads (forces); precast concrete; reinforced concrete; Structural Research

DOI: 10.14359/2614

Date: 5/1/1990

Abstract:
An experimental investigation was conducted to study the behavior of semirigid precast beam-column connections subjected to simulated seismic forces. Four full-scale interior beam-column assemblies representing a portion of a frame subjected to simulated seismic loading were tested, including one monolithic specimen and three precast specimens. The behavior differences of these types of connections with respect to strength, ductility, stiffness, energy dissipation, and deterioration at the joint core are presented and discussed. Test data showed that properly designed precast beam-column connections maintained ductility and strength and exhibited excellent energy-dissipating capacity when subjected to large inelastic deformations under load reversals.


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