An approach for user controlled reinforced concrete design optimization
Abstract
A method of designing the longitudinal reinforcement of a biaxially loaded reinforced concrete section is developed. State equations are formulated as functions of state and design variables, resulting in an underdetermined system of equations. By applying methods from nonlinear mathematical programming these questions are solved in such a way in terms of both state and design variables that a minimum area of the reinforcement is provided. Results are compared with those of existing design aids. The method is applied to the design of a T-box section.
- Publication:
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NASA STI/Recon Technical Report N
- Pub Date:
- 1983
- Bibcode:
- 1983STIN...8526187O
- Keywords:
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- Concrete Structures;
- Mathematical Programming;
- Reinforcement (Structures);
- Structural Engineering;
- Beams (Supports);
- Equations Of State;
- Longitudinal Stability;
- Newton-Raphson Method;
- Nonlinear Programming;
- Rods;
- Engineering (General)