Abstract
Diagnostic load testing techniques have been used to verify in situ that existing structures have the required load-carrying capacity. This paper discusses the diagnostic load testing and finite-element modeling of a two-way posttensioned concrete slab with the purpose of illustrating the features of this full-scale testing method. The slab was modeled using a commercial finite-element package and the results were verified experimentally. The test loads were applied using hydraulic jacks. Negative internal bending moments were generated at critical locations equivalent to those produced by a 92 psf (4.40 kPa) superimposed uniformly distributed load. Positive internal bending moments were also produced equivalent to those resulting from a superimposed load of 159 psf (7.61 kPa). The full-scale diagnostic load testing proved to be a valuable tool for the assessment of the structure's capacity.
Recommended Citation
A. Nanni and M. Mettemeyer, "Diagnostic Load Testing of Two-way Posttensioned Concrete Slab," Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 73 - 82, American Society of Civil Engineers, May 2001.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)1084-0680(2001)6:2(73)
Department(s)
Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
1084-0680
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
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Publication Date
01 May 2001
