25. Concrete Structures - External Prestressing
In this Demo example a simple-supported beam with three different prestressing is considered for comparison:
Variant 1 - PExt: External Tendons Only
Variant 2 - DEFAULT: External and Internal Tendon
Variant 3 - PInt: Internal Tendons Only
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RE: RAM Concept Concrete stress Diagrams
Please check the program manual, section, "63.5.12 TR-43 5.8.1 PT Service Stresses (UK National Annex only)" for details on how this is performed in Ram Concept. Here's a brief excerpt:
For two way slabs, for members with tension stresses supplemental…
LARSDrapedStrands.xlsx
Excel spreadsheet used to compute ranges to model post tensioned draped strands in LARS Bridge. This is desgned to work the "LARS - Method to Model Post Tensioned Draped Strands" Wiki article.
1230-158_G2only.txt
LARS Bridge sample illustrating the method to model post tensioned draped strands in LARS Bridge. This is desgned to work the "LARS - Method to Model Post Tensioned Draped Strands" Wiki article.
Save the file on your local computer and rename the file…
LARS - Method to Model Post Tensioned Draped Strands
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Method to Model Post Tensioned Bridges and Defining Draped Strands in LARS Bridge
Many bridges utilize a combination of prestressed strands and draped post tensioned tendons. When the load rating models are created, the post tensioned tendons should…