Elaboration of testing technique of flat slabs on punching shear strength using finite element modeling

Abstract

The results of researches on finite-element models of stress-strain state of flat reinforced concrete slabs of beamless frame under punching by columns of square and rectangular cross-section are presented. The purpose of the study was to develop a technique for testing samples plates for punching in the presence of bending moments in a column. The results of the study of deflections of reinforced concrete slabs, the distribution of bending moments in the punching zone of the plate under various loading schemes are presented. Variable parameter was the ratio of the sides of the column cross-section. Comparative analysis of studies results on finite element models has made it possible to choose the optimal variant of applying the load to the test samples, depending on the aspect ratio of rectangular section of column. Results of the conducted research will allow simulating the stress-strain state in the punching zone of natural reinforced concrete slabs of monolithic beamless frame during the test of samples.