In the case of post-tensioned or geotechnical structures, anchorage zone is considered a critical part design and construction process. Generally, failure one most common problems. High-bearing stresses create significant transverse tension. For these reasons, conventional reinforcement, usually in form closed stirrups, must be designed. The presented analysis focused on possible increase load-...

Extended single-plate shear connections (Figure 1) offer many advantages that simplify the construction process. Because the connection to the supported member is moved clear of the support, coping of the supported member is not required and the only fabrication process required for the supported member is drilling or punching. Also, because bolted connections are only used in the connection to...

Design knowledge reuse is the most common design method in structural engineering and dominates completely in the design of steel connections. This paper describes a case study and a prototype with the objective of gaining knowledge on how to create computer support for knowledge reuse in the design of steel connections. The case study identified the key characteristics of the design knowledge ...

A hybrid concrete wall is made up of a traditional reinforced with post-tensioned technology. Recent research has shown that (PT) shear walls have wide range advantages when it comes to resisting lateral forces and moments caused by earthquake loading. To explore the PT behavior subjected seismic load, models were augmented various material models, including KCC, CDP, Winfrith for 2D under push...

the present study has objectively investigated and reviewed 164 managers, employees and workers of tuka steel investment holding company (tsih co.) as one of the most successful companies in iran's steel industry. the survey approach has been adopted to serve the following purposes of this study: a) to define the prevailing organizational culture in steel industry; and b) to review alignment do...