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MDPI, Applied Sciences, 16(11), p. 7497, 2021

DOI: 10.3390/app11167497

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Performance of a Ductile Hybrid Post-Tensioned Beam-to-Column Connection for Precast Concrete Frames under Seismic Loads: A Review

Journal article published in 2021 by Khaleel Mohammed, M. Jameel ORCID, Zainah Ibrahim, Chee Tan ORCID
This paper is made freely available by the publisher.
This paper is made freely available by the publisher.

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Abstract

The performance of precast concrete frame structures against seismic loads mainly depends on the beam-to-column connection. A ductile hybrid connection consists of unbonded post-tensioning steel and bonded reinforcement bars, both of which provide overall moment resistance to the frame. Post-tensioning steel acts as a restoring force which brings the structure back to its initial position upon unloading. Mild steel acts as an energy dissipator which yields in tension and compression. To evaluate the performance of precast frame structures, the structural engineer requires extensive knowledge of the complex nonlinear behavior of the connection. Standardization to mass produce is one of the benefits of precast construction, but with standardization in design there is severe risk. All previous earthquakes have clearly shown that continuous repetition of accepted practice without proper engineering review can lead to disaster. It is important to understand how different parameters of the connection influence the behavior and performance of the frame against seismic loads. The present study helps structural engineers and researchers with a detailed review of hybrid post-tensioned connections. This review is focused mainly on precast beam-to-column connections, studies on the development of hybrid connections, performance evaluations of hybrid connections, and the performance evaluation of precast frames with hybrid connections.