Oct 27, 2008 #1 StruKturdg Structural Joined Jan 8, 2008 Messages 22 Location US Why is there no allowance for the shearing of ties in the concrete breakout strength, in App. D? If you have a pier or pedastal with shear ties, don't the ties have to shear first before the concrete breaks out.
Why is there no allowance for the shearing of ties in the concrete breakout strength, in App. D? If you have a pier or pedastal with shear ties, don't the ties have to shear first before the concrete breaks out.
Oct 27, 2008 #2 civilperson Structural Joined Jan 13, 2006 Messages 2,399 Location US The analysis of most of Appendix D assumes concrete only, reinforcement can be used if the concrete fails. See D.6.2.9. Upvote 0 Downvote
The analysis of most of Appendix D assumes concrete only, reinforcement can be used if the concrete fails. See D.6.2.9.
Oct 27, 2008 Thread starter #3 StruKturdg Structural Joined Jan 8, 2008 Messages 22 Location US In ACI 05 it only goes to D.6.2.7 Upvote 0 Downvote