Aci 318-14 by Jack C. Mccormac, Russell H. Brown
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently released the 318-14 code, which is the first update to the 318 code since 2008. The biggest change in this new code is the requirement for concrete to have a minimum compressive strength of 6,000 psi (41 MPa) for structural applications. This change was made to align with the 2012 International Building Code, which requires all buildings to be designed for a minimum compressive strength of 6,000 psi.
In addition to this change, there are also several other significant changes that have been made to the 318 code.
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) 318-14 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary is the most widely used code for concrete construction in the United States. This comprehensive document contains more than 500 pages of text and details, providing everything you need to know about designing and constructing with concrete. The code is divided into 18 sections, each covering a different aspect of concrete design and construction.
One of the key changes in ACI 318-14 is the introduction of strength reduction factors (RF) for tension, shear, and flexure. These RF are intended to provide a more accurate representation of the behavior of concrete under load. For example, the old code specified a single value for the tensile strength of concrete (f’c), which did not account for the variability in concrete’s response to loading.
The new code provides separate values for f’c based on whether the concrete is cracked or uncracked. This change reflects recent research that has shown that cracked and uncracked concrete behave differently under load.
Another significant change in ACI 318-14 is the addition of provisions for ductile detailing of reinforced concrete structures subjected to seismic loads.
Ductile detailing refers to features that help a structure withstand deformations without collapsing during an earthquake. The new provisions are based on guidelines developed by a team of international experts following earthquakes in Japan, Italy, and New Zealand.
Overall, ACI 318-14 represents a major update to the code that will impact all aspects of concrete design and construction.
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-What is the Purpose of Aci 318-14
The purpose of ACI 318-14 is to provide requirements for the design and construction of reinforced concrete structures. It includes provisions for materials, reinforcement, member proportions, durability, fire resistance, and detailing. The code is intended to be used in conjunction with other codes and standards that govern the overall design and construction of a building or structure.
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Conclusion
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recently released the 318-14 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. This code provides minimum requirements for concrete used in buildings and other structures, and commentary that explains the provisions in detail. The code is intended to be used by engineers, architects, and others who design or oversee construction projects.
The 318-14 Code contains 14 chapters that cover everything from general provisions to quality control and inspection. Some of the major changes in this edition include new provisions for ductility, strengthened requirements for safety factors, and revised methods for calculating concrete strengths. The Code also includes updated information on sustainable development practices, such as the use of recycled materials in concrete production.
