doubtfulDeadLoad
Structural
- Aug 26, 2024
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I have a 12" slab supported by 16" columns every 18-26'. The slab is reinforced at each column like in ACI 318-19 Fig. R22.6.4, with lines of stirrups projecting out from each face of the column. There are some 6" pipes that puncture the slab near the columns.
Per R22.6.4.3, these small openings reduce the critical section of the column, which makes sense. But the ACI only shows how the openings affect the critical section that is d/2 away from the face of the column. It says nothing about the larger critical section that you get due to the shear reinforcement. Does anyone know what the consideration is there?
I can't find any resources that specifically talk about how openings interact with slabs that are REINFORCED for punching shear. If the openings are small enough can they just be ignored?
I attached an image of one of the conditions.
Per R22.6.4.3, these small openings reduce the critical section of the column, which makes sense. But the ACI only shows how the openings affect the critical section that is d/2 away from the face of the column. It says nothing about the larger critical section that you get due to the shear reinforcement. Does anyone know what the consideration is there?
I can't find any resources that specifically talk about how openings interact with slabs that are REINFORCED for punching shear. If the openings are small enough can they just be ignored?
I attached an image of one of the conditions.