ANALYTICAL ACCURACIES OF MAXIMUM STRENGTH OF ISOLATED FRAMED SHEAR WALLS BY SIMPLIFIED MODEL

(Case of isolated framed shear walls subjected to diagonal load)

Abstract

Authors have already proposed the limit-analysis model which analyzes the maximum strength of reinforced concrete shear wall. This study describes the simplified model based on this model. The simplified model is accomplished by restricting failure mechanisms. Both models considered with bending and shear strength of columns and beams around a wall. The analysis result of the model is almost the same as the original limit-analysis model. The model reflecting shear strength of columns and beams is more appropriate than the one only reflecting bending strength of columns and beams.