Journal Published Online: 01 May 1996
Volume 24, Issue 3

Cyclic Tests on High-Strength Prestressed Concrete Frames

CODEN: JTEVAB

Abstract

Results from small-scale models of eight high-strength prestressed concrete frames, tested under various displacement histories simulating earthquake forces are presented. The primary curves (horizontal force-displacement relationships) and the hysteretic loops are determined experimentally. Concrete strength is approximately between 50 and 60 mPa, and effective prestress is 50% of the ultimate strength of the prestressing steel. It is found that the effect of displacement history on the mechanical behavior is significant because the entire shape of the hysteretic loops is different and the prestressed concrete frames made of high-strength concrete with a slump of 25 cm may have at least a ductility factor of 8.0.

Author Information

Mo, YL
National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan
Hwang, WL
National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan
Pages: 13
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Stock #: JTE11298J
ISSN: 0090-3973
DOI: 10.1520/JTE11298J