The Framework of the 2014 American Concrete Institute (ACI) 318 Structural Concrete Building Code

The structure of the current ACI Building Code has remained essentially unchanged since 1963 when ultimate strength was added. Knowledge has expanded with time through practice and research. In structural engineering, knowledge is also gained from the behavior of structures in extreme events. The Code reflects changes brought about by the addition of new materials and construction techniques, insights into behavior and development of technology....