ACI - American Concrete Institute: Recent submissions
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ACI 439.3R
Abstract: Introduction
In reinforced concrete design, the structural engineer is faced with the task of determining where and how reinforcing bars must be spliced in a structure. The structural engineer must do ... -
ACI 334.1R
Abstract: These recommendations cover the design of thin shell concrete structures and only apply to the thin shell portions of such structures unless otherwise stated.
All applicable sections of the ACI Building Code (ACI 318), ...Subject(s) : ACI committee report , aggregate size , buckling , construction , design , double-curvature shell , edge beam , folded plate , formwork , model , prestressing , reinforcement , shell , single-curvature shell , splice , stiffening member , supporting member , thickness , thin shell , -
ACI 329R
Abstract: Objective and scope
The objectives of this report are as follows:
a) Provide an introduction to performance specifications and discuss how they compare with prescriptive specifications
b) Discuss ... -
ACI 216.1
Abstract: This standard describes acceptable methods for determining the fire resistance of concrete and masonry building assemblies and structural elements, including walls, floor and roof slabs, beams, columns, lintels, and masonry ... -
ACI 423.9M
Abstract: This test method is designed to determine the resistance to bleeding of freshly-mixed cementitious grout under static pressure.
The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement ...Subject(s) : bleed stability , bleed water , bleeding , grout , posttensioning , pressure , -
ACI 325.13R
Abstract: This guide covers the design of jointed plain concrete pavements (JPCP) for use on city streets and local roads (driveways, alleyways, and residential roads) that carry low volumes of traffic. This document is intended to ... -
ACI ITG-5.2
Abstract: This standard defines design requirements for a certain class of unbonded post-tensioned precast concrete shear walls that can be used as special reinforced concrete shear walls for Bearing Wall and Building Frame Special ...Subject(s) : coupling devices , drift angle , energy dissipation , lateral resistance , post-tensioning , precast concrete , prestressed concrete , seismic design , special shear wall , test module , toughness , -
ACI 550.1R
Abstract: The purpose of this guide is to give the reader a working knowledge of emulation and emulative detailing to meet requirements in current codes. The term "emulation" has become a common concept for designers working with ...Subject(s) : ductility , elastic design , emulation , flexural strength , joint , precast concrete , precast detailing , reinforcement , -
ACI 549R
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The construction of ferrocement can be divided into four phases:
1. fabricating the steel rods to form a skeletal framing system;
2. tying or fastening rods and mesh to the skeletal framing;
3. ... -
ACI 349.1R
Abstract: INTRODUCTION
ACI 349, Appendix A, provides general considerations in designing reinforced concrete structures for nuclear power plants. The Commentary to Appendix A, Section A.3.3, addresses three ... -
ACI 544.1R
Abstract: INTRODUCTION
Historical aspects
Since ancient times, fibers have been used to reinforce brittle materials. Straw was used to reinforce sun-baked bricks, and horsehair was used to ... -
ACI 350.2R
Abstract: This report is intended for use in the structural design and construction of hazardous material containment systems. Hazardous material containment structures require secondary containment and, sometimes, leak-detection ...Subject(s) : construction joint , joint , joint sealant , precast concrete , prestress , water-cementitious material ratio , waterstop , -
ACI 207.3R
Abstract: This report focuses on practices used to evaluate concrete in existing massive structures. Design considerations, evaluation of existing operating records and past inspection reports, condition surveys, maintenance reports, ...Subject(s) : Alkali-aggregate reaction , alkali-carbonate reaction , cavitation , cements , chemical analysis , concrete cores , concrete dams , concrete durability , cracking (fracturing) , elastic properties , erosion , evaluation , extensometers , impact tests inspection , laboratories maintenance , mass concrete , non-destructive tests , nuclear power plants , post-tensioning , pozzolans , resurfacing sampling , seepage , serviceability , spalling , static tests stresses , surveys , x-ray diffraction , -
ACI 345.2R
Abstract: This document provides design professionals and constructors with general guidelines for bridge widening. The widening of highway bridges is commonly conducted to improve the functionality of existing structural systems. ... -
ACI 503.6R
Abstract: The objective of this guide is to provide (primarily to contractors) information, requirements and procedures necessary to achieve a bond between freshly mixed and hardened concretes by use of either epoxy or latex adhesives. ...Subject(s) : acrylics , adhesives , bonding , concrete evaluation , concrete preparation , epoxy resins , latexes , styrene-butadiene , vinyl acetate polymers and copolymers , -
ACI 229R
Abstract: INTRODUCTION
Controlled low-strength material (CLSM) is a self-consolidating cementitious material used primarily as a backfill as an alternative to compacted fill. Terms used to describe this material ... -
ACI 421.1R
Abstract: Scope:These recommendations are for the design of shear reinforcement using shear studs in slabs. The design is in accordance with ACI 318, ...
Subject(s) : column-slab junction , concrete design , design , moment transfer , prestressed concrete , punching shear , shear stresses , shear studs , shearheads , slabs , two-way floors. , -
ACI 211.6T
Abstract: Introduction
This document describes the aggregate suspension mixture proportioning method. The method is suitable for normalweight concrete with workability ranging from zero-slump to self-consolidating. ...