Nonlinear Analysis of Reinforced Concrete Columns by Cubic-Spline Function
Publication: Journal of Engineering Mechanics
Volume 124, Issue 7
Abstract
A numerical method is developed for the determination of complete load-deformation relationships for slender reinforced concrete tied columns with arbitrary cross sections under combined biaxial flexure and axial load. Improvement of computer time and accuracy has been demonstrated, obviously due to the application of cubic B-spline function and introduction of p-multiplier in the numerical formulation. Comparison of present analysis with other numerical methods and experimental results appears to show a good agreement.
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Journal of Engineering Mechanics
Volume 124 • Issue 7 • July 1998
Pages: 803 - 810
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Copyright © 1998 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published online: Jul 1, 1998
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