Abstract
A theoretical analysis is used to predict bending properties of strain softening materials from known stress-strain relationships in uniaxial tension and compression. Conversely, given the bending load-displacement relation, i t is possible to predict the entire tensile strain-softening response. Bending properties of a polymer concrete have been obtained using the proposed theory and given stress-strain relationships. It is shown that the bending strength is higher than the tensile strength due to the strain softening effect.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 85-100 |
Number of pages | 16 |
Journal | American Concrete Institute, ACI Special Publication |
Volume | SP-105 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Dec 1987 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Bending
- Cements
- Concretes
- Crack propagation
- Cracking (fracturing)
- Fibers
- Strains
- Stress-strain relationships
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Civil and Structural Engineering
- Building and Construction
- General Materials Science