Description
The first edition of the Post-Tensioning Manual was published in 1972. The manual provided the industry standard for the design and construction of post-tensioned structures. Subsequent editions reflected the growing use of post-tensioning.
There have been significant advancements in post-tensioning technology in the last two decades. Post-tensioning is now used in many new areas, ranging from residential slabs-on-ground to large stay cable bridges. As a result, the sixth edition contains updated information on the current practices in the use, design, and construction of post-tensioning. The sixth edition has been extensively rewritten and expanded from the fifth edition, which was published in 1990. The manual contains 12 new chapters that give design guidance on modern applications of post-tensioning. All of the original chapters have been completely revised and modified to reflect the current industry practices. New topics include seismic design, post-tensioned concrete floors, parking structures, slabs-on-ground, bridges, stay cables, storage structures, barrier cables, dynamic and fatigue, durability, inspection and maintenance, and field and plant certification. This book is an invaluable resource for practicing engineers, architects, students, educators, contractors, inspectors, and building officials, providing basic information and essential principles of post-tensioning.
Features:
Industry standard for the design and construction of post-tensioned structures
Significant additions and updates:
12 new chapters that give design guidance on modern applications of post-tensioning
All of the original chapters have been completely revised and modified to reflect the current industry practices
New topics include seismic design, post-tensioned concrete floors, parking structures, slabs-on-ground, bridges, stay cables, storage structures, barrier cables, dynamic and fatigue, durability, inspection and maintenance, and field and plant certification
354 pages; 8½ x 11 in. (hard cover)
Published 2006
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 History
1.2 Usage
1.3 State-of-the-Art Developments
1.4 Post-Tensioning Institute
1.5 Changes from Earlier Editions
1.6 Summary
2. Applications
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Buildings
2.3 Parking Structures
2.4 Bridges
2.5 Storage Structures
2.6 Grandstands and Stadiums
2.7 Staged Construction / Transfer Girders
2.8 Tension Members
2.9 Rock and Soil Anchors
2.10 Post-Tensioned Slabs-on-Ground
2.11 Masonry Structures
2.12 Barrier Cables
2.13 Repair and Rehabilitation
3. Post-Tensioning Systems
3.1 General
3.2 Types of Post-Tensioning Systems
3.3 Components of a Tendon
3.4 Choice of a Post-Tensioning System
4. Specifying Post-Tensioning
4.1 Reference Standards
4.2 Post-Tensioning Materials
4.3 Specifying Unbonded Single-Strand Tendons
4.4 Specifying Bonded Tendons
5. Analysis and Design Fundamentals
5.1 Basics of Post-Tensioned Concrete
5.2 Flexural Analysis
5.3 Flexural Design
5.4 Shear
5.5 Variable Prestress Force
5.6 Prestress Losses
6. Detailing and Construction Procedures for Buildings
6.1 General
6.2 Design Issues
6.3 Construction Issues
6.4 General Notes / Standard Details
6.5 Construction Procedures
6.6 Special Issues
7. Design Examples
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Design of a One-Way Slab in a Parking Structure
7.3 Design of a Two-Way Slab
7.4 Design of a Single Span Cast-in-Place T-Beam
7.5 Analysis of a Two Span T-Beam
7.6 Anchorage Zone Design
8. Seismic Design of Post-Tensioned Concrete Structures
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Role of Post-Tensioning in Seismic Design
8.3 Post-Tensioned Member Design
8.4 Seismic Performance of Unbonded PT Wall and Frame Systems
9. Post-Tensioned Concrete Floors
9.1 Floor Framing Systems
9.2 Planning and Design of Post-Tensioned Floor Systems
10. Post-Tensioned Parking Structures
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Applications of Post-Tensioning in Parking Structures
10.3 Economics of Parking Structures
10.4 Additional Design Requirements for PT Parking Structures
11. Post-Tensioned Slabs-on-Ground
11.2 Foundations for Residential and Light Commercial Construction
11.3 Post-Tensioned Slabs Used in Commercial and Industrial Applications
11.4 Post-Tensioned Sport Courts
11.5 Other Types of Post-Tensioned Slabs-on-Ground
11.6 Materials
12. Bridges
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Benefits of Post-Tensioning in Bridge Design and Construction
12.3 Historical Overview
12.4 Design Concepts
12.5 Design Concepts for Girder Bridges
12.6 Design Concepts for Slab Bridges
12.7 Design Concepts for Frame Bridges
12.8 Design Concepts for Arch Brides
12.9 Design Concepts for Other Types of Bridges
12.10 Special Applications of Post-Tensioning in Bridges
12.11 The Future
13. Stay Cables
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Engineering of Stay Cable Structures
13.3 Stay Cable Design
13.4 Materials for Stay Cables
13.5 Stay Installation
13.6 Stressing of Stay Cables
14. Storage Structures
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Advantages
14.3 Applications
14.4 Shapes of Storage Structures
14.5 Analysis and Design
14.6 Construction – Key Details and Practices
14.7 Applicable Standards
14.8 Summary
15. Rock and Soil Anchors
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Applications
15.3 Anchor Design
15.4 Construction
15.5 Stressing, Load Testing, and Acceptance
15.6 Acceptance
15.7 Summary
16. Design of Prestressed Barrier Cable Systems
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Building Code Requirements
16.3 Design Considerations
16.4 Prestressing to Eliminate Cable Sag
16.5 Calculating Jacking Force
16.6 Durability and Corrosion Protection
16.7 Design Examples
17. Prestressed Concrete Under Dynamic Loads and Fatigue
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Dynamic Loads
17.3 Dynamic Response
17.4 Fatigue of Prestressed Concrete Materials
17.5 Fatigue of Prestressed Concrete Members
17.6 Summary
18. Fire Resistance
18.1 Scope
18.2 General
18.3 Code Provisions
18.4 Rational Design Procedures
18.5 Additional Information
18.6 Post-Fire Investigations
19. Durability
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Durability in Buildings
19.3 Durability in Parking Structures
19.4 Durability in Bridges
19.5 Unbonded Tendons
19.6 Grouted Tendons
20. Inspection
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Construction Inspection
20.3 Post Construction Inspection
21. Post-Tensioning Institute Certification Programs
21.1 Introduction
21.2 Certification of Plants Producing PC Strand for PT Applications
21.3 Certification of Plants Producing Single-Strand Unbonded Tendons
21.4 Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded PT
21.5 Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Bonded PT
21.6 Summary
Appendices
A. Design Aids
B. Conversion Factors