• Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Building Construction Conference
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• 2013.05a
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• pp.14-15
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• 2013

Green Frame is precast concrete column-beam structure. There are three types on column connection. The coupler type which is one of the three, need to be improved because of unstability caused by pre-installation of column before casting the slab, and quality deterioration caused by lack of workspace. Therefore, in this study, new coupler connection type with thread rebar is suggested. The result of this study shall be used for the efficiency analysis of the new coupler connection.

• Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Building Construction Conference
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• 2022.11a
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• pp.41-42
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• 2022

This study analyzed the process related to the linkage between on-site work targeting the middle size Precast Concrete(PC) public apartment building with beam-column system and prepared on-site works flow relationship diagram in which the wet process consists of core Critical Path(CP) to prepare a network diagram of the Precedence Diagram Method(PDM). Through this study, it is expected that it will be possible to maximize the project management capability by suggesting a method to minimize risk factors and the optimized process management of the beam-column system PC public apartment building.

• Journal of the Earthquake Engineering Society of Korea
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• v.28 no.2
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• pp.85-92
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• 2024

This study presents code-compliant seismic details by addressing dry mechanical splices for precast concrete (PC) beam-column connections in the ACI 318-19 code. To this end, critical observations of previous test results on precast beam-column connection specimens with the proposed seismic detail are briefly reported in this study, along with a typical reinforced concrete (RC) monolithic connection. On this basis, nonlinear dynamic models were developed to verify seismic responses of the PC emulative moment-resisting frame systems. As the current design code allows only the emulative design approach, this study aims at identifying the seismic performances of PC moment frame systems depending on their emulative levels, for which two extreme cases were intentionally chosen as the non-emulative (unbonded self-centering with marginal energy dissipation) and fully-emulative connection details. Their corresponding hysteresis models were set by using commercial finite element analysis software. According to the current seismic design provisions, a typical five-story building was designed as a target PC building. Subsequently, nonlinear dynamic time history analyses were performed with seven ground motions to investigate the impact of emulation level or hysteresis models (i.e., energy dissipation performance) on system responses between the emulative and non-emulative PC moment frames. The analytical results showed that both the base shear and story drift ratio were substantially reduced in the emulative system compared to that of the non-emulative one, and it indicates the importance of the code-compliant (i.e., emulative) connection details on the seismic performance of the precast building.

• Steel and Composite Structures
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• v.21 no.4
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• pp.805-827
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• 2016

A new type of precast CFST column to RC beam braced frame is proposed in this paper. A series of shake table tests were conducted to excite a one-third scale six-story model for investigating the global seismic performance of this type of structure against earthquake actions. Particular emphasis was given to its dynamic property, global seismic responses and failure path. Correspondingly, a numerical model built on the basis of fiber-beam-element model, multi-layer shell model and element-deactivation method was developed to simulate the seismic performance of the prototype structure. Numerical results were compared with the measured values from shake table tests to verify the validity and reliability of the numerical model. The results demonstrated that the proposed novel precast CFST column to RC beam braced frame performs excellently under strong earthquake excitations; the "strong CFST column-weak RC beam" and "strong connection-weak member" anti-seismic design principles can be easily achieved; the maximum deflections of precast CFSTC-RCB braced frame satisfied the deflection limitations proposed in national code; the numerical model can properly simulate the dynamic property and responses of the precast CFSTC-RCB braced frame that are highly concerned in engineering practice.

• Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Building Construction Conference
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• 2014.11a
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• pp.96-97
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• 2014

Green Frame is a column-beam structure built by steel frame joints embedded in the columns and beams. Here, the steel frame embedded in the columns and beams is not a standardized product, instead it needs to be order-produced. The quantity for each steel frame size should be calculated to estimate the quantity of steel frames to be manufactured. However, it is highly time-consuming and requires a lot of effort in calculating the quantity of steel frames, for there are a wide range of steel frame types that are embedded in the columns and beams. To solve this problem, the study proposes an algorithm for calculation of the amount of steel frames with ease and promptness. When a program is developed using the algorithm proposed in the study in connection to the information on precast concrete members prepared in the design phase, it is anticipated that the manpower required as well as the manufacturing time will be decreased.

• International conference on construction engineering and project management
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• 2024.07a
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• pp.2-9
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• 2024

In Japan, when constructing frames using Precast Concrete (PCa) methods, unique building components are used. These include integrating column tops with beam ends or using cast-in-place concrete in the panel zone. Planning these components requires considering various factors such as the loading capacity of trailers, crane lifting capacity, joining methods, and equipment penetrations. Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology has become increasingly common in construction planning. However, extracting the necessary information for construction planning directly from the design BIM model is challenging. This difficulty arises because the design BIM model organizes columns and beams in different division units than those used in construction. To address this issue, our study models the concept of the "panel zone" and proposes a method for representing a PCa BIM model composed of panel zones, columns, and beams as PCa products. The study decomposes and combines columns and beams, with parametric changes applied to the panel zone range. Additionally, our study analyzes factors related to the design and planning of column and beam PCa products through interviews and questionnaire surveys conducted with general contractors. An evaluation mechanism for the proposed column and beam division was also established. Based on the findings, a BIM-based method was developed for planning the PCa construction method of the frame using a genetic algorithm. This approach provides a technological solution that supports the planning of frame division, considering the construction rationale at the early design stage.

• Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Building Construction Conference
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• 2014.11a
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• pp.92-93
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• 2014

Green Frame is a method for Rahmen structure construction composed of composite PC members. The composite PC members of Green Frame which are based on in-situ production can reduce the construction cost and are more likely to secure quality when compared to production in factories. Previous studies developed forms for in-situ production of Green Frame composite PC members and proposed algorithms to arrange them on site. However, it requires not only their arrangement, but also calculation of an accurate production period to produce the required PC members in a limited space and supply them in a timely manner. In particular, it is necessary to clearly define the properties of detailed processes for in-situ production of PC members and to calculate the time required for respective process. To do so, this study is a basic research on calculating the time for in-situ production using a linear scheduling method.

• Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Building Construction Conference
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• 2018.05a
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• pp.12-13
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• 2018

The purpose of this study is to propose a prototype of an artificial reef primarily composed of space frames and precast concrete members, and also to investigate the structural performance of the reef. The results described in this research confirm that the proposed artificial reef has a structural capacity to withstand 300 kN.

• International Journal of High-Rise Buildings
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• v.4 no.3
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• pp.181-189
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• 2015

Shimizu Corporation Tokyo Headquarters, one of the city's leading office buildings, features many pioneering technologies that contribute to a sustainable society through environmental stewardship and a sophisticated disaster management facility. In terms of structural engineering, a seismic isolation system incorporating reinforced concrete core walls and precast concrete perimeter frames create a robust structure in the event of a large earthquake. In addition to the seismic resistance of the structure, several pioneering construction methods and materials are adopted. This office building can serve as a basis for new design and construction approaches and methodologies to ensure safe and economical structures.

• Journal of the Korea Institute of Building Construction
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• v.12 no.4
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• pp.415-425
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• 2012

Green Frame was developed to embody a Green structural system that can provide long life, resource reduction, and availability of remodeling in apartment buildings. Composite precast concrete column and beam, the major structural material of Green Frame, can be installed precisely and promptly through connection of steels and concrete. The connection of Green Frame can be divided into four types, based on the method and characteristics of connection. To select an appropriate type for the site, a comparative analysis of the four types is necessary. The objective of this study is to compare the duration, cost, quality, and safety of four types. The findings of this study can be applied during the selection that appropriate composite precast concrete column reflected project characteristics in design phase.