Analysis of practical slab configurations using automated yield-line analysis and geometric optimization of fracture patterns

摘要

Automated yield-line analysis and geometric optimization are used in the analysis and design of a number of practical reinforced con- crete slab configurations. For two of the chosen configurations comparisons between experimental and theoretical results are possible. The final configuration is included to illustrate the signifi- cance and importance of carrying out some form of geometric opti- mization.