Abstract
Analytical evaluation of crack propagation of reinforced concrete beam was performed. Creep, shrinkage, change of material characteristics depending on hardening and bond behavior were considered in 3-Dimensional finite element analysis. Crack initiation and crack width on increasing load were evaluated considering bond behavior. Time dependent propagation under constant load such as curvature and crack width was also evaluated for normal and high strength concrete. Moreover, the effect of dry shrinkage, autogenous shrinkage, creep and area of shrinkage in beam on crack propagation were investigated.
