Abstract: Thermal analysis of reinforced concrete structures poses an important challenge in the analysis and design of buildings since the high axial stiffness of slabs and beams results in large lateral forces on the supporting columns and, consequently, high values of straining actions. In this research, an analytical algorithm is developed to assess beams and slabs axial stiffness, considering the effect of cracks caused by both vertical loads and temperature...
Keywords: Axial Stiffness, Beams, Reduction Factors, Slabs, Thermal Analysis
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