By jacketing (standard term in retrofitting of concrete columns), I mean adding concrete all around the existing circular concrete columns inorder to increase strength and stiffness. Obviously, rebars will be added in the jacket. Hope I explained your question. Thanks.
This is about an existing three story concrete moment frame building. The beams and columns are not adequate to handle the seismic forces. I need design references and any guidance on Jacketing of columns with 1. Concrete, 2. Fiber. Also, how do I retrofit beams. Appreciate in advance any...
This is about an existing three story concrete moment frame building. The beams and columns are not adequate to handle the seismic forces. I need design references and any guidance on Jacketing of columns with 1. Concrete, 2. Fiber. Also, how do I retrofit beams. Appreciate in advance any...
