AS 2327.1:1996 PDF Download

The AS 2327.1:1996 standard specifies the minimum requirements for the design, detailing, and construction of simply supported composite beams. These beams are composed of a steel beam and a concrete slab connected by shear connectors, with the option of using profiled steel sheeting in the slab.

However, it is important to note that this standard does not cover the design of composite beams in certain conditions. These conditions include when the elements of the steel beam are less than 3 mm thick or when the yield stress assumed in design exceeds 450 MPa. The standard also excludes the design of composite beams with a slab made of concrete with a strength grade exceeding 40 MPa, as well as beams with precast or prestressed slabs.

Furthermore, the standard does not cover composite beams with negative design moments, beams subjected to dynamic loads, beams used in road or railway bridges, or beams designed for fatigue. For these specific cases, reference should be made to other relevant standards such as BS 5950:3:1990, AUSTROADS Bridge Design Code, or the ANZRC Railway Bridge Design Manual.