Discovery Projects - Grant ID: DP0558370

Funding Activity

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http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/Web/Grant/Grant/DP0558370

Funding Status
Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

The implications of low-ductility reinforcement and strain localisation on the strength and ductility of reinforced concrete two-way slabs. In the design of reinforced concrete structures, ductility is an important requirement, providing warning of failure, redistribution of internal actions at overloads and justification of many of the assumptions made in structural analysis and design. The recent introduction in Australia of low-ductility, deformed welded wire fabric reinforcement (Class L) has resulted in concrete slabs with relatively brittle failure modes and its use has been the subject of much debate. This research will investigate the ductility of two-way slabs containing Class L mesh and the applicability of established design procedures. It will lead to safer and better performing r.c. floor systems and, if necessary, new ductility specifications for Class L steel.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 22-08-2005

End Date: 31-12-2011

Funding Scheme: Discovery Projects

Funding Amount: $985,000.00

Funder: Australian Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Civil Engineering | Structural Engineering

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

Metals (composites, coatings, bonding, etc.) | Civil | Cement and concrete materials |

Other Keywords

Cement and concrete materials | Civil | Civil Engineering | Metals (composites, coatings, bonding, etc.) | Structural Engineering

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