I'm designing a pumping station that will be approx. 35' below grade with high groundwater. The resulting shears at the wall corners and base are high. To resist shear with Vc only requires very thick walls (thicker than otherwise required to resist moment). Are there good ways to provide shear...
All,
I'm familiar with the use of free base connections at the base of walls in prestressed circular tanks. Is anyone using these in conventionally reinforced circular tanks? If so, can you recommend good details for hinged or free connections? I'm particularly wondering about waterstop...
I am designing a conventionally reinforced, above-grade circular concrete tank. I am concerned with potential thermal stresses in the walls. Any suggestions or references would be appreciated.
Thanks.
