PROBLEM 18 – 0524: Compute the maximum moment for the given rectangular

reinforced concrete beam as per ACI code requirements.

fc' = 3 kips and fs = 20 kips.

Solution: We have n = 9 (for fc' = 3 kips) (See table V at PREP ACI

code).
Taking moments about the neutral axis (NA), we have
(12) (x) (x/2) = 9(1.8) (21 – x) (1.8 is As)
or 6x2 = 340.2 – 16.2 x
or 6x2 + 16.2 x – 340.2 = 0
This is a quadratic equation in x. Solving for x, we get x = + 6.30 and
x = – 9.0
Therefore, taking the positive value of x = 6.30"
Now, lever arm jd = d – (x/3) = 21 – {(6.3) / 3} = 18.9"
Moment:
Mc (Moment on the concrete side)
= fC(bx / 2) (jd)
∴ Mc = 1350 (12 × 6.30/2) (18.9)
= 964467 lb–in.
Mc (Moment on the steel side)
= fs ∙ id ∙ As
= 20,000 × 18.9 × 1.8
= 680,400 lb–in < Mc
∴ Ms controls or steel governs.
∴ M = Ms = {(680400) / (12 × 1000)} = 56.7 kip–ft