ACI - American Concrete Institute: Recent submissions
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Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318-19) Commentary on Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318R-19)
Abstract: This chapter addresses (a) through (h): (a) General requirements of this Code (b) Purpose of this Code (c) Applicability of this Code (d) Interpretation of this Code (e) Definition and role of the building official ... -
Nanotechnology for Improved Concrete Performance
Abstract: In cold regions, freezing temperatures limit the construction season to few months, usually between May and September. The use of nanoparticles, which have high specific surface and vigorous reactivity, may potentially ... -
Requirements for Design of a Special Unbonded Post- Tensioned Precast Shear Wall Satisfying ACI 550.6 (ACI 550.7) and Commentary - Inch-Pound Units (IN-LB)
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 ... -
Building Code Requirements for Concrete Thin Shells (ACI 318.2-19) Commentary on Building Code Requirements for Concrete Thin Shells (ACI 318.2R-19) - International System of Units (SI)
Abstract: This Code provides minimum requirements for the design, analysis, and construction of concrete thin shells. Provisions of this Code shall govern for nonprestressed and prestressed concrete thin shell structures, including ... -
Cracking and Durability in Sustainable Concretes
Abstract: In this research, a natural pozzolanic cementitious material known as zeolite is being utilized to investigate the performance of High-Performance Concrete (HPC). Several binary (cement+zeolite) and ternary (cement+zeolite+other ... -
Guide to Placing Concrete with Belt Conveyors
Abstract: Users who have suggestions for the improvement of ACI documents are requested to contact ACI via the errata website at http://concrete.org/Publications/ DocumentErrata.aspx. Proper use of this document includes periodically ... -
Performance-Based Seismic Design of Concrete Buildings: State of the Practice
Abstract: PROJECT SCOPE AND COMPLEXITIES The Lower Sproul Plaza project redeveloped one of the busiest areas in UC Berkeley campus, and included work in multiple adjacent structures that were separated by seismic joints from each ... -
Ward R.Malisch Concrete Construction Symposium
Abstract: Following that, he taught courses in concrete construction at the University of Missouri-Rolla (now Missouri University of Science and Technology) where he received several awards for outstanding teaching. In subsequent ... -
Guide for Design and Construction Responsibilities for Architectural Precast Concrete
Abstract: A successful precast concrete project requires teamwork among all the participants, including the owner, architect, structural engineer of record, construction manager, general contractor, precast concrete manufacturer ... -
Guide for Precast Concrete Tunnel Segments
Abstract: This document provides analysis, design, and construction guidelines exclusively for one-pass precast segmental lining that is installed almost instantaneously with excavation inside TBM shields only a few yards behind the ... -
Dennis Mertz Symposium on Design and Evaluation of Concrete Bridges
Abstract: The Symposium Publication (SP) is expected to be an important reference in relation to design philosophies and evaluation methods of new and existing concrete bridges and structures. Industry liaison was provided by the ... -
Guide for Jobsite Quality Control and Quality Assurance of Cementitious Packaged Materials - IN-LB Units and SI Units
Abstract: This guide provides recommended practices for the site use, testing, quality control, and quality assurance of packaged materials. Use of this guide by the licensed design professional, contractor, or owner’s representative ... -
Guide for Shear Reinforcement for Slabs
Abstract: Recommendations in this guide are for the design of shear reinforcement in slabs. The design is in accordance with ACI 318. Numerical design examples are included -
Guide to Design and Construction of Externally Bonded Fabric-Reinforced Cementitious Matrix and Steel-Reinforced Grout Systems for Repair and Strengthening of Concrete Structures
Abstract: This guide covers fabric-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) and steel-reinforced grout (SRG) composite systems used to strengthen or rehabilitate existing concrete structures, providing background information and field ... -
Qualification of Post-Installed Adhesive Anchors in Concrete (ACI 355.4-20) and Commentary - Inch-Pound Units (IN-LB)
Abstract: This standard applies only to post-installed adhesive anchors as defined herein. R1.2 Adhesive anchors resist tension loads with a combination of adhesion and mechanical bond (micro-interlock). Different anchor designs ... -
Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318-19) Commentary on Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318R-19)
Abstract: If hw/ρw hw/ℓw is greater than 2.5, only a minimum amount of vertical reinforcement is required (0.0025sh). R11.8.1.1 This procedure is presented as an alternative to the requirements of 11.5.2.1 for the out-of- plane ... -
Offshore and Marine Concrete Structures: Past, Present, and Future
Abstract: An offshore concrete Gravity-Based-Structure (GBS) is a massive concrete structure placed on the seafloor and held in place strictly by its own weight, without need for anchors. This paper focuses on concrete GBSs used ... -
Guide for Assessment and Surface Preparation for Application of Protection Systems for Concrete
Abstract: This guide is not intended to and does not supersede the requirements specified or identified by the protection system manufacturer or as required by applicable ordinances or regulations. However, in situations where the ... -
Guide for the Evaluation of Shotcrete
Abstract: The scope of this guide is to present the most relevant test methods applicable to shotcrete along with recommendations for selecting the most appropriate methods and interpreting tests results. This guide is divided into ... -
Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures and Commentary - International System of Units
Abstract: This code shall apply to assessment, repair, and rehabilitation of existing concrete structures as: 1. A code supplementing the International Existing Building Code (IEBC) 2. As part of a locally adopted code governing ...