Research Article

Parametric Study on Mixed Torsional Behavior of U-Shaped Thin-Walled RC Girders

Table 1

Material properties of the girder specimens.

ā€‰ā€‰MEM-1MEM-2MEM-3

Longitudinal barsYield strength (MPa)576.2353.3353.3
Ultimate strength (MPa)623.0573.3573.3
Diameter (mm)1088

StirrupsYield strength (MPa)365.0276.7276.7
Ultimate strength (MPa)645.0446.7446.7
Diameter (mm)666
Spacing (mm)707070

ConcreteCompressive strength (MPa)51.063.851.6
Elastic modules (GPa)38.542.234.4