Minimum transverse spacing of WWR in the Diaphragm (ACI)
Minimum transverse spacing of WWR in the Diaphragm (ACI)
(OP)
Hi!
I read this in the paper:
The ACI 318-99 required using a lower shear strength factor and a larger minimum transverse spacing of
topping wire (10 in.) to ensure more deformation capacity across the joints in the diaphragm.
[precast concrete double tee flange joint]
Is this 10" spacing still mentioned in the current ACI?
If it is included, where can I see this?
Thanks!






RE: Minimum transverse spacing of WWR in the Diaphragm (ACI)
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RE: Minimum transverse spacing of WWR in the Diaphragm (ACI)
KootK,
You can see this in
Seismic Performance Evaluation and Effective Design of Precast Concrete Diaphragm Connections by Ruirui Ren.
Lehigh Univ
Thanks!
WT