Each specimen consisted of a precast, rectilinear coupling beam, in a vertical position, connected to two large rectilinear blocks that simulated end regions of two linked walls. The main ...

Tests on beams with span-to-overall-depth ratios of 1.0 to 3.3 eliminated 70% of diagonal rebar in coupling beams and used only special column-type confinement at the beam ends. Better yet ...

Building a strong, durable foundation is essential for any home construction project, and this guide takes you through the process of creating a traditional beam foundation with iron reinforcement ...