Dr. Anas Fares, faculty member at the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering – Bethlehem University, has co-authored a significant analytical study in the field of structural engineering titled“Shear Strength Prediction of Fiber Reinforced Concrete Beam-Column Joints” with Associate Professor Burcu Burak Bakir, from the Middle East Technical University, Turkey. The study was published in the Journal of Earthquake Engineering, a leading publication in the field.
The research offers a new analytical model to better predict the shear strength of beam-column joints made with fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC); a key component in earthquake-resistant structural design.
Using a comprehensive experimental database of 184 tested joints, the study identifies the most influential factors affecting shear strength, including composite tensile strength, axial load ratio, and fiber reinforcement index. Based on these findings, the authors developed a new predictive equation through nonlinear regression analysis.
The proposed model shows improved accuracy over existing methods, offering engineers a more reliable tool for designing safer and more resilient concrete structures.
The scholarly contribution by Dr. Anas Fares reinforces the university’s commitment to cutting-edge research in engineering and applied sciences.
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