Experimental Investigation on Structural Behaviour of Self-Compacting Concrete Beam Column Joint Incorporated with Steel Fibres
摘要
Self-compacting concrete (SCC) structures are vital components of modern infrastructure, providing the essential framework for important constructions including buildings, bridges, dams, and other critical installations. Ensuring the structural integrity and safety of these, SCC structures is crucial since any compromise in their soundness could lead to catastrophic consequences. Beam column joints (BCJs) play a critical role in SCC constructions since they are responsible for supporting and transferring loads, hence maintaining the overall stability of the structure. The performance of these joints is crucial for the overall structural integrity, since they endure substantial stresses and strains, particularly when subjected to lateral loads like wind or earthquake pressures. This can be enhanced by addition of steel fibres in SCC and thus improve the seismic characteristics of beam column joint.