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Reinforced Concrete Beam–Column Joint: A Review of Its Cyclic Behavior

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Earthquakes expose vulnerable reinforced concrete structures in the last few decades. One of the crucial parts of a reinforced structural frame subjected to seismic loads, which often triggers older building collapse, is the beam–column joint (BCJ). Modern codes about BCJ are aligned with its cyclic load mechanisms, which are the diagonal strut and the truss mechanism. Each factor of BCJ assembly plays a significant role in resistance to cyclic loads. Experimental studies on BCJ cyclic load behavior are synthesized in this review paper, including the standard parameters such as crack patterns, energy dissipation, bond behavior, and stiffness degradation. This study also involves the assessments of the code provisions for BCJ after modification of variables in BCJ geometry. It was found in this literature review that the behavior of BCJ is dependent on assembly geometry, material characteristics, and some external conditions. Experimental and analytical results from available literature also noticed the overestimates and underestimates depicted in the current design codes such as ACI, New Zealand, and the European codes.

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  1. Engineering and Development Corporation of the Philippines, Mandaluyong City, Philippines

    Mark Arvin P. Velasco

  2. Graduate School, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines

    Mark Arvin P. Velasco, Orlean G. Dela Cruz & Ernesto J Guades

  3. School of Engineering, University of Guam, Mangilao, Guam, USA

    Ernesto J Guades

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    Lloyd Ling

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Velasco, M.A.P., Dela Cruz, O.G., Guades, E.J. (2023). Reinforced Concrete Beam–Column Joint: A Review of Its Cyclic Behavior. In: Nia, E.M., Ling, L., Awang, M., Emamian, S.S. (eds) Advances in Civil Engineering Materials. Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, vol 310. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-8024-4_6

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