Shear strength of multilayer reinforced concrete members without stirrups

Abstract

In the field of reinforced concrete structures, accurately determining and assessing the shear resistance of reinforced concrete concrete members without stirrups remains a challenge for both researchers and practicing engineers. Although numerous calculation models have been proposed, a comprehensive solution to this problem has yet to be established. In particular, for multilayer reinforced concrete members without stirrups, no calculation model has been developed so far. This paper proposes a new theory for the shear strength of non-stirrups reinforced concrete members. The key distinction of this study is that the proposed model is entirely based on mechanical principles, without relying on empirical parameters. This approach allows for broader applicability to various shear-resistant structural members, including multilayer concrete members.