Modeling Precast Structures
Modeling precast reinforced concrete structures in StatiCAD: general workflow, parametric precast sections, nonprismatic beams, pinned connections, rigid diaphragm and the TBDY Annex 8B equivalent braces for the roof diaphragm.
Overhead Crane Loads, Additional Seismic Masses and Different R–D
Entering façade panel and crane masses as additional seismic mass in precast buildings, writing overhead travelling crane loads to the columns as separate load cases and the crane combinations, and different R and D for the upper and lower parts according to TBDY 4.3.6.
Precast Connection Design (TBDY Chapter 8)
Pinned (MFB), wet-on-top / welded-at-bottom moment-resisting (MAB3), purlin and gutter beam connections, façade panel seismic load and foundation sliding; taking demands from the analysis, reinforcement of polygonal and nonprismatic beams, and reporting.
Precast Structures Verification Studies
Verification of the precast features: unit tests of the nonprismatic member, comparison of precast sections with SAP2000, numerical examples of the Turkish Precast Association example building, and independent finite element comparison with SAP2000 v27.
Worked Example: Precast Industrial Building
End-to-end solution of the Turkish Precast Association example industrial building in StatiCAD: project settings, precast and nonprismatic sections, pinned connections, Annex 8B braces, additional masses, crane, different R–D, analysis, comparison with the book, connection design, report and drawings.