Tag Archives: RC Design Functions

Python Code Updates – py_UMom

Posted on 18/11/2023 by dougaj4

Further to the previous post the py_UMom spreadsheet has now been updated for the latest Python and Numpy versions. The latest version can be downloaded from: py_UMom.zip In addition to the Python code changes, the example of the OptShearCap3600 function … Continue reading →

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Longitudinal force due to shear – update

Posted on 09/10/2023 by dougaj4

In the post RC Design Functions 9.03; compression strut angle adjustment I recommended that when finding the longitudinal force due to shear according to AS 5100.5 (Amendment 1), the effect of increased vertical shear reinforcement should be limited in accordance … Continue reading →

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RC Design Functions 9.02; DevLength function

Posted on 13/09/2022 by dougaj4

The RC Design Functions spreadsheet has now been updated to Version 9.02, and is available for free download from: RC Design Functions9.zip Changes in the new version include: The new DevLength function returns reinforcement development length to AS 3600, AS … Continue reading →

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RC Design Functions 9.01; Shear for Eurocode 2 and BS 5400

Posted on 28/08/2022 by dougaj4

The RC Design Functions spreadsheet has now been updated to Version 9.01, and is available for free download from: RC Design Functions9.zip The UMomPF function returns ultimate bending and axial load capacity to the Eurocode 2 and BS 5400 design … Continue reading →

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Reinforced Concrete Design for Circular Sections to Eurocode 2

Posted on 26/07/2020 by dougaj4

As mentioned in the previous post, the Reinforced Concrete Design Functions spreadsheet includes a function for ULS analysis of circular sections, using either a rectangular  or a parabolic-linear stress block.  A new CircuPF function has now been added, for codes … Continue reading →

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