Challenge

Reinforcement detailing of Columns from ETABS output

AIM:

  • To run the analysis and design the RCC Moment Resisting Frame for the ETABS file for a G+4 building that is provided.
  • Provide details of longitudinal reinforcement for the two columns, from foundation to terrace level. Sketch the column cross sectional & elevation details or draft it using autocad software.
  • Show shear reinforcement & lapping details as per special confining reinforcement provision of clause 8.1 of IS 13920 - 2016.

Detailing Rule for any RC member:

Minimum longitudinal reinforcement as per IS 456:2000 Clause 26.5.3.1 As=2340mm^2

Minimum transverse reinforcement as per IS 13920:2016 Clause 7.4.2- 8mm dia at 300mm spacing

Development length as per IS 456:2000 clause 26.2.1 Ld= 41x dia of bar

PROCEDURE:

STEP 1:

  • Open the provided ETabs file.
  • Locate the mentioned columns 3A,3B.
  • Select the All stories option and select the mentioned columns.
  • Once the columns are selecteed Right click-> Show selected columns only.

STEP 2:

  • Run analysis.
  • Click on concrete frame design icon.
  • The longitudinal reinforcements and shear reinforcements for all the members have been designed.
  • Set Elevation view along Grid A.
  • To toggle the view between longitudinal reinforcement and shear reinforcement click on Concrete frame design dropdown-> Display design Info-> Shear reinforcement.

STEP 3:

  • Go to Edit-> Edit Stories and Grid systems-> Modify/Show grid data.
  • The Elevation of stories is used for designing the column.

As per Special Confining Reinforcement from IS 13920:2016 Clause 8.1

lo = 650mm

Confinement spacing < 100mm

The amount of confinement rebar = 169 mm^2

Column cross sectional & elevation details:

Column 3A:

ELEVATION:

CROSS SECTION:

Column 3B:

ELEVATION:

CROSS SECTION:

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