Design of RCC Composite Beams: Studies on Brick and RCC Composite Beams

by Piyush Kumar

The main objective of this thesis is to study replacement of concrete by bricks. In reinforced concrete beams strength of concrete lying the neutral axis [just above and below] is not fully utilized. So near the neutral axis as well in tension zone concrete has been replaced by bricks in order to reduced weight and cost of beams. An experimental program is conducted on six simply supported concrete beams. All six beams cast in 2 different groups and every group having 3 beams. The first group of beams are of reinforced concrete beams and second group of beams are composite beams. Both groups of beam compare with each other. The deflection readings are taken with the help of dial gauges. The dial gauge are at position L/6, L/3, L/2, 2L/3 and 5L/6, where L is the length of beam. The relationship between load and mid-span deflection are being drawn.

72 pages, Paperback

Published July 6, 2021

About the author

Piyush Kumar is a doctor who grew up in the small towns of Bihar and Jharkhand. As a child, he was fond of listening to the stories of kings, kingdoms, demons and hunters. As he grew up, his fascination for stories grew as well. What began as a simple practice of listening to stories turned into a serious habit, as he started reading novels of master storytellers. This inspired Piyush to tell good stories. Soon after his graduation, he started writing stories.

Then there was a time when it became difficult for him to write. Writer’s block, perhaps? But soon the story of a boy, a prince-to-be, who had everything taken from him, cropped up in his mind. Thus, began an adventurous and intriguing journey into the mythical world of Aryavart. The journey is an ongoing one.

He lives in Ranchi where he is a practicing surgeon. During his free time at home, he lives his childhood dream of sharing stories with his parents, wife and friends.