Solution to Homework Set #2

ENCE 454 – Design of Concrete Structures – SPRING 2004

Assigned T, 2/17 Due T, 2/24

Problem 1:
Calculate the cracking moment (resisting moment) for the T-shaped unreinforced
concrete beam shown in the figure. Use f c′ = 4000 psi. Assume positive moment
(compression in the top). Use the internal couple method and check using the flexure
formula.

f top
20′′

4′′ +
4.67′′ 6.67′′
N.A.
5.33′′
20′′ +
15.33′′

f bott
5′′

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Problem 2:
Textbook: 5.1 (part b only)

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Problem 3:
Textbook: 5.2 (part a only)

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Textbook: 5.4

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Textbook: 5.5 (the beam of part b only)

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