Published: Građevinar 67 (2015) 11
Paper type: Original scientific paper
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Assessment of reliability and punching shear resistance of slabs
Abstract
In this paper, the punching shear resistance of slabs is numerically evaluated and compared to predictions specified in some design codes. The interaction of major parameters that affect the punching shear behaviour and failure mode of slabs is also studied. Reliability analysis results are presented in terms of the reliability index for various levels of Pu/Pflex. In addition to the reliability analysis, the sensitivity analysis is carried out in terms of different load levels so as to study the effect of main variables on the results.
Keywordsreliability analysis, reinforced concrete slabs, sensitivity analysis, response surface, punching shear resistance