Bollettino n.43

Structural connections for precast concrete buildings

Contents

1. Introduction

2. Precast structural systems and structural interaction

3. Basic considerations for the design of structural connections

4. Other design aspects

5. Structural integrity

6. Transfer of compressive force

7. Transfer of tensile force

8. Transfer of shear force

9. Transfer of bending and torsional moment

References

Appendix A: Examples of analysis of accidental collapse mechanisms