Analytical Modeling and Design Validation of Posttensioned Precast Concrete Coupling Beams for Seismic Regions
Analytical Modeling and Design Validation of Posttensioned Precast Concrete Coupling Beams for Seismic Regions
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DOI:
10.1061/(asce)st.1943-541x.0000415
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发表时间:
2012-02
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B. Weldon;Y. Kurama
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作者:
B. Weldon;Y. Kurama
This paper provides an experimental validation on the analytical modeling and design of unbonded posttensioned precast concrete coupling beams. Previous test results from a series of floor-level coupling beam subassembly specimens are compared with the predicted results from a fiber-element analytical model. The test results are also used to validate an idealized coupling beam end moment versus chord rotation relationship that was developed as a design tool following basic principles of equilibrium, compatibility, and constitutive relationships. Based on the experimental and analytical comparisons, the paper presents a seismic design approach to achieve the desired lateral strength, stiffness, ductility, and energy dissipation capacity in unbonded posttensioned precast coupling beams.