ACI SP-315:2017 PDF Download

ACI SP-315:2017 is a standard that summarizes the latest research and findings on punching shear of structural concrete slabs. It is a compilation of 18 papers presented at an international symposium held in Philadelphia, USA, in October 2016. The objective of the symposium was to disseminate information on punching shear design and promote harmonization among different design theories. The standard honors Professor Emeritus Neil M. Hawkins, who has made significant contributions to the field of punching shear of structural concrete slabs.

The papers included in the standard cover various aspects related to punching shear, such as different loading conditions, the effect of slab reinforcement ratio, the response and failure mode of slabs, analytical tools for predicting punching shear, post-punching response of slabs, evaluation of design provisions in codes of practice, and efforts to generate test result databanks. The standard also includes a table of contents listing the papers and their authors.

This standard is a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners involved in the analysis and design of structural concrete slabs, providing them with the latest insights and knowledge on punching shear. By promoting harmonization and incorporating new findings into codes of practice, it aims to improve the safety and efficiency of structural concrete slab designs.