Design of Reinforced Concrete

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This episode provides a comprehensive foundation for the analysis and design of structural elements using ACI 318-11 standards.

A comprehensive foundation for the analysis and design of structural elements using ACI 318-11 standards. The text highlights the synergistic relationship between concrete and steel, detailing how their combined properties address the inherent tensile weaknesses of plain concrete. It covers essential material properties, including compressive strength, creep, and shrinkage, while introducing modern advancements like high-strength concretes and fiber reinforcement. Beyond theoretical mechanics, the source offers practical design guidance for diverse structures such as beams, columns, slabs, and retaining walls. Finally, the authors emphasize educational resources, integrating Excel spreadsheets and updated masonry chapters to assist students in mastering complex engineering calculations. Get the Book now from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Reinforced-Concrete-McCormac-Russell-Hardcover/dp/B00OVLSJX4?&linkCode=ll2&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=05b10986d7d4986da24d891045f11b88&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms: https://linktr.ee/civil_engineering_made_simple Produced by…

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Host: Civil Engineering Made Simple

Topics covered

• reinforced concrete
• structural design
• material properties
• engineering education
• design guidance

Keywords

• concrete
• steel
• compressive strength
• creep
• shrinkage
• high-strength concrete
• fiber reinforcement
• engineering calculations

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Organizations: ACI 318-11, Amazon, podcaststudio.com

Products: Reinforced Concrete

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