Adapt-Ptrc 2014 User Manual

STRUCTURAL CONCRETE SOFTWARE
ADAPT-PT/RC 2014
USER MANUAL
Copyright 2014
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Content LIST OF CONTENTS
LIST OF CONTENTS
OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................... 7
SIGN CONVENTION.................................................................................... 15
WORKSPACE ................................................................................................ 19
3. OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... 21
3.1 THE MAIN PROGRAM WINDOW ..................................................................... 22
3.2 MAIN PROGRAM WINDOW MENU ITEMS AND CORRESPONDING
TOOLS .................................................................................................................. 23
3.1.1 File Menu ................................................................................................... 23
3.1.2 Action Menu .............................................................................................. 24
3.1.3 View Menu ................................................................................................ 24
3.1.4 Options Menu ............................................................................................ 25
3.1.5 Window Menu ........................................................................................... 25
3.1.6 Help Menu ................................................................................................. 25
3.3 ADAPT-PT/RC INPUT SCREEN ......................................................................... 26
3.4 ADAPT PT/RC-INPUT MENU ITEMS AND TOOLS ........................................ 28
3.4.1 File ............................................................................................................. 28
3.4.2 Project ........................................................................................................ 29
3.4.3 Geometry ................................................................................................... 29
3.4.4 Loads ......................................................................................................... 29
3.4.5 Material ...................................................................................................... 29
3.4.6 Criteria ....................................................................................................... 29
3.4.7 Execute ...................................................................................................... 30
3.4.8 Tools .......................................................................................................... 30
3.4.9 Window ..................................................................................................... 30
3.4.10 Structure View ........................................................................................... 30
3.4.11 View Tools Toolbar ................................................................................... 31
BASIC PROGRAM OPERATIONS ............................................................ 35

4. OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... 37
4.1 START A NEW PROJECT ................................................................................... 37
4.2 OPEN AN EXISTING PROJECT ......................................................................... 37
4.3 SAVE INPUT DATA ............................................................................................ 37
4.4 SAVE INPUT DATA AS DEFAULT ................................................................... 38
4.5 SELECT SYSTEM OF UNITS ............................................................................. 38
4.6 CONVERT SYSTEM OF UNITS ......................................................................... 39
4.7 PROGRAM MODE..40
STRUCTURAL MODELING ....................................................................... 41

5 OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... 43
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5.1 PROJECT INFORMATION .................................................................................. 43

5.1.1 Specify General Project Information ......................................................... 43
5.1.2 Specify Analysis and Design Options ........................................................ 44
5.2 GEOMETRY ......................................................................................................... 48
5.2.1 Specify Span Geometry ............................................................................. 48
5.2.1.1 Prismatic (Uniform) Spans .......................................................... 49
5.2.1.2 Non-prismatic (non-uniform) spans ............................................ 53
5.2.2 Specify Effective Flange Width ................................................................. 56
5.2.3 Specify Geometry of Drop Cap and/or Transverse Beam .......................... 57
5.2.4 Specify Geometry of a Drop Panel ............................................................ 58
5.2.5 Specify Support Geometry and Stiffness ................................................... 58
5.2.6 Specify Support Boundary Conditions ...................................................... 60
5.3 LOADS .................................................................................................................. 62
5.3.1 Specify Dead, Live and Other loads .......................................................... 62
5.3.2 Specify Lateral Loads ................................................................................ 65
5.4 MATERIAL ........................................................................................................... 66
5.4.1 Specify Concrete Material ......................................................................... 66
5.4.2 Specify Reinforcement Material ................................................................ 67
5.4.3 Specify Post-Tensioning Material .............................................................. 68
5.5 CRITERIA ............................................................................................................. 69
5.5.1 Specify the Design Code ............................................................................ 69
5.5.2 Specify Base Non-Prestressed Reinforcement ........................................... 69
5.5.3 Specify Allowable Stresses ........................................................................ 71
5.5.4 Specify Recommended Post-Tensioning Values ....................................... 73
5.5.5 Specify Calculation Options ...................................................................... 74
5.5.6 Specify Tendon Profile .............................................................................. 75
5.5.7 Specify Minimum Covers .......................................................................... 76
5.5.8 Specify Minimum Bar Length ................................................................... 77
5.5.9 Specify Load Combinations ....................................................................... 77
PROGRAM EXECUTION ............................................................................ 81

6 OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... 83
6.1 PT RECYCLING WINDOW TABS...................................................................... 85
6.2 DESIGN INDICATOR BOX ................................................................................. 90
6.3 RECYCLE WINDOW CONTROL BUTTONS .................................................... 92
6.4 PT SELECTION METHOD .................................................................................. 95
6.4.1 Force Selection Method ............................................................................. 95
6.4.2 Tendon Selection Method ............................................................................. 95
6.4.2.1 Description of Features ............................................................... 96
6.4.2.2 Description of Execution ............................................................. 98
VIEW/VALIDATE RESULTS .................................................................... 101
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7 OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................ 103

7.1 ADAPT-BUILDERSUM SCREEN ..................................................................... 103
7.2 ADAPT-BUILDERSUM MENU ITEMS AND CORRESPONDING TOOLS .. 104
7.2.1 File menu ................................................................................................. 104
7.2.2 Graphs menu ............................................................................................ 105
7.2.3 Options menu ........................................................................................... 108
7.2.4 Window menu .......................................................................................... 108
7.2.5 Help menu................................................................................................ 108
7.3 PT/RCSUMMARY REPORT ............................................................................. 109
7.4 EXPORT TO DXF FILE ..................................................................................... 117
REPORTS..119
8 OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................ 121
8.1 REPORT GENERATOR SCREEN ..................................................................... 121
8.2 HOW TO CREATE REPORT ............................................................................. 123
8.3 DESCRIPTION OF REPORT SECTIONS ......................................................... 124
8.3.1 Report Cover Page ................................................................................... 124
8.3.2 Table of Contents ..................................................................................... 126
8.3.3 Concise Report......................................................................................... 128
8.3.4 Compact Report ....................................................................................... 136
8.3.4.1 Section 1- User Specified General Analysis and
Design Parameters..................................................................... 136
8.3.4.2 Section 2: Input Geometry ........................................................ 138
8.3.4.3 Section 3: Input Applied Loading ............................................. 143
8.3.4.4 Section 4: Calculated Section Properties................................... 145
8.3.4.5 Section 5: Moments, Shears and Reactions............................... 146
8.3.4.6 Section 6: Moments Reduced to Face of Support ..................... 149
8.3.4.7 Section 7: Selected Post-tensioning Forces and
Tendon Profiles ......................................................................... 149
8.3.4.8 Section 8: Factored Moments and Reactions Envelope ............ 155
8.3.4.9 Section 9: Factored Lateral Moments Envelope ....................... 156
8.3.4.10 Section10: Mild Steel - No Redistribution ................................ 157
8.3.4.11 Section11: Mild Steel Redistributed ....................................... 160
8.3.4.12 Section 12: Shear Reinforcement .............................................. 160
8.3.4.13 Section 13: Punching Shear Reinforcement .............................. 161
8.3.4.14 Section 14: Deflections ............................................................. 163
8.3.4.15 Section15: Friction, Elongation and Long-Term Stresses ......... 166
8.3.5 Detailed Report ....................................................................................... 173
8.3.5.1 Section 21: Tendon Heights ...................................................... 173
8.3.5.2 Section 22: Post-tensioning Balanced Loading ......................... 174
8.3.5.3 Section 23: Detailed Moments .................................................. 174
8.3.5.4 Section 24: Detailed Shears ...................................................... 175
8.3.5.5 Section 25: Factored Moments and Reactions .......................... 176
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8.3.5.6 Section 26: Factored Lateral Moments...................................... 176

8.3.5.7 Section 27: Detailed Stresses .................................................... 177
8.3.5.8 Section 28: Required Post-tensioning ....................................... 178
8.3.5.9 Section 29: Detailed Rebar ........................................................ 179
8.3.5.10 Section 30: Punching Shear Reinforcement .............................. 179
8.3.5.11 Section 31: Detailed Friction and Long-Term Stress Losses .... 180
8.3.5.12 Section 32: Unbalanced Moment Reinforcement ...................... 181
8.3.5.13 Section 34: Demand Moment and Moment Capacity ............... 181
8.3.5.14 Section 35: Detailed Deflections ............................................... 182
8.3.5.15 Section 36: Detailed Deflections Live Load ............................. 183
8.3.6 Graphical Report ...................................................................................... 184
8.3.6.1 PT Force .................................................................................... 184
8.3.6.2 PT-Profile .................................................................................. 185
8.3.6.3 Deflection .................................................................................. 185
8.3.6.4 Load Cases ................................................................................ 185
8.3.6.5 Load Combination ..................................................................... 187
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Chapter 1
OVERVIEW
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OVERVIEW Chapter 1
ADAPT-PT/RC is the state-of-the-art industry standard computer program for the

analysis and design of one-way or two-way conventional reinforced and post-
tensioned floor systems and beams. It is based on a single story frame analysis
with upper and lower columns. For two-way floor systems, the equivalent frame
modeling of ACI can be used as an option. ADAPT-PT/RC is a Windows-based
program. ADAPT-PT/RC treats multi-span continuous slab/plate and beam
frames with or without cantilevers.
ADAPT-PT/RC can be launched in a PT mode or RC mode for an applicable

design. Saved files are interchangeable and can be opened in either mode once
they are created. This dual functionality allows the user to easily navigate
between reinforced concrete and post-tensioned design and determine the most
suitable and economical design.
In addition to drop caps, ADAPT-PT/RC allows drop panels of

different sizes to be specified for different supports. Having a general
frame analysis module for variable sections, ADAPT-PT/RC can
accurately model a wide range of drop cap/panel geometries. Also,
special modeling features implemented in the program facilitate the
modeling of local thickening in the slab along the line of columns,
generally referred to as slab bands.
The slab/beam frame may be supported by walls, beams, or columns

with different connection details such as clamped, rotational, free and
more.
ADAPT-PT/RC fully incorporates the equivalent frame option as

described in ACI-318 with no simplifications. In addition to the
capability to handle the conventional configurations of column capitals
and drop panels, the program allows the user to define a wide range of
cross-sectional shapes. The software allows for the cross-section of the
member to change along the length of a span, with abrupt steps, at the
top, bottom, or both.
Box girder bridge sections can be readily modeled as equivalent I-

sections. For post-tensioned designs, ADAPT-PT/RC is well suited
for a first design of box girder bridges, where an initial estimate of the
amount and location of prestressing is sought to achieve given stress
levels and design criteria.
For flanged beams, you can either select the softwares built-in
effective width computation, based on ACI-318, or input a user-
defined alternative effective width. The computations used are
identical for RC and PT modes.
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The program recognizes and accounts for the difference between the
effective width in bending and pure compression.
Using the geometry of the structural model input by the user, the
program calculates the self-weight loading of the structure for
combination with other loads. The calculated values of the self-weight
are reported in the programs output.
All the three systems of unitsthe American customary units (ft-lb),

SI units (mm, Newton), and the MKS units (m, kg)can be executed
from the same copy of the software. Also, all the different codes are
integrated into a single version.
You can either edit the factory-set, or define your own default values
for input of data, while retaining the option to revert to factory-set
default values if you so choose.
Input to ADAPT-PT/RC is by means of a user-friendly, free-format,

context-sensitive, full-screen input editor. The user may freely browse
through, view, and modify the input prior to execution or saving of
data.
ADAPT-PT/RC includes an option for input of base (i.e. existing)

reinforcement at any location along any span. The user can enter
isolated or mesh reinforcement as base rebar. This functionality is
ideal for investigative models. The program gives the option to report
design capacity and demand/capacity ratios relative to base rebar or
calculated reinforcement. For PT mode only, prestressed
reinforcement is considered as base reinforcement.
For PT designs, a library of tendon profiles allows the user to select a

suitable tendon layout for each particular case. Common profiles
included are the simple parabola, reversed parabola, simple parabola
with straight portions over the supports, harped, strait and extended
reversed parabola tendons. Low relaxation and stress-relieved strands,
as well as unbonded and grouted post-tensioning systems, are also
supported by ADAPT-PT/RC.
Uniform, line, partial, concentrated loads and moment, triangle,

variable and trapezoidal loads may be specified in practically
unlimited numbers and variations. Loading types are identical
between PT and RC modes.
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ADAPT-PT/RC accounts for the shift in the location of the neutral

axis of a member at changes in cross-section along the member length.
Thus, the program can correctly handle steps along a member.
ADAPT-PT/RC executes either automatically or interactively. This

option is active when in PT mode and does not apply to RC mode. In
its automatic mode, based on users specifications, the software
determines the required post-tensioning and the associated
reinforcement. In its interactive mode, the program displays the
calculated required post-tensioning on the screen to the user. You have
the option to modify both the forces and the drapes during the program
execution, and recycle the selection until a satisfactory design is
obtained. Or, you can input the conditions of an existing design. You
can select the actual number and position of strands along a member.
Also, in the interactive mode, you can graphically view the distribution
of stresses, tendon profile and the required post-tensioning. This
provides a good guide for you to achieve an optimum design.
For PT mode only, stresses are computed and reported using the actual
forces and drapes selected. This feature distinguishes ADAPT-PT/RC
from simple programs, where a single-pass analysis is performed, in
which the option of the user-initiated changes in post-tensioning are
not reflected in the subsequent calculations. ADAPT-PT/RC has a
multi-pass processor. It updates all the design values based on changes
made in the tendon profile and force before it concludes its report of
design values.
For PT mode only, serviceability design of the slab/beam is achieved

through detailed stress control. For both modes, the program carries
out comprehensive deflection calculations for both instantaneous and
long-term deflections.. Where the cracking limits of concrete are
exceeded, a cracked section deflection estimate is carried out using an
equivalent moment of inertia.
A thorough strength analysis and design is conducted to determine any

reinforcement that may be necessary to meet the ultimate strength limit
conditions. In PT mode, this calculated reinforcement is in addition to
the prestressing steel. For RC mode, the calculated reinforcement is
the total amount of reinforcement necessary to meet the demand
actions for the entire strip width. The user specifices allocation
percentages (%) for column and middle strips which result in reported
reinforcement for each strip type.
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Other code requirements for reinforcement, such as the minimum

requirements of the building codes, are also checked and a listing of
the reinforcement based on different criteria is reported.
Bar sizes and lengths are selected and reported both in a graphical and
tabulator format, ready to be entered on the structural drawings.
The punching shear option checks the adequacy of the column caps as
well as the immediate slab/drop panel region beyond the cap and
provides punching shear reinforcements if required. For one-way slabs
and beams, a one-way shear analysis is carried out. Shear
reinforcement is calculated and the stirrup requirements are given.
For PT designs, ADAPT-PT/RC can handle both the effective force

and the variable force methods.
For PT mode the variable force method ADAPT-PT/RC calculates the

change of tendon force along its length and can use the force at each
location along the length of a member to perform a code check for that
location. In addition to the immediate losses due to friction, and
seating loss, and at users option, the software accounts for the long-
term stress losses along the length of the structure. Since long-term
losses for grouted tendons are functions of local strain, an iterative
non-linear capability is built into the program. The non-linearity in the
solution is with increments of load.
For PT mode when the effective force method is used, the force along
each tendon is assumed constant. In this case, the design is based on a
non-iterative linear solution in terms of the effective force.
For PT mode another execution option is the computation only of

immediate losses resulting from the friction and seating of strands. The
long-term losses in prestressing are then effected through a user
defined lump sum stress loss.
The geometry of the structural model can be viewed on the screen in a

three-dimensional space. The capability to rotate, pan, zoom and view
the model allows the user to examine the structure in detail prior to the
execution of the program. Errors in data entry or modeling are readily
detected when users input is displayed on the computer screen. Hard
copies of the graphical display of the structural model can be readily
obtained.
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ADAPT-PT/RC uses the detailed scheme throughout its operation.

This scheme is based on 1/20th point values along each span.
However, to retain the simplicity of presentation of the report, in
addition to the optional 1/20th point reports, a summary of the solution
is compiled for the left, center and right of each span.
In addition to graphical reports, the outcome of the analysis and design

is composed into a clear text file that can be viewed, edited and printed
by you. The content and extent of the report can be controlled by you
through a user-friendly menu.
It is also possible to generate a one-page graphical summary report

that extracts and incorporates all important design information in an
easy-to-interpret format. The report may also be exported as a DXF
file for incorporation into construction documents. The DXF feature
includes options to customize the name and scale of the drawing file.
For PT mode, up to three distinct tendon profiles can be shown, with
respect to the datum line or the soffit of the structure, if they differ.
Tendon heights can be exported in the format of the tendon CGS
heights or tendon support heights. Further details of exporting to DXF
include the customization of visualization of the tendon profile, anchor
points and control points, as well displaying information at 20th
interval points or user-specified intervals. The visualization of
longitudinal and one-way shear reinforcement can also be generated
through the DXF import option. This applies to both RC and PT
modes of operation. The user has the option to overlay the
reinforcement graphical output in one drawing or create separate
drawings for each.
The graphical display option of ADAPT-PT/RC provides a vivid

exposition of the distribution of calculated values along the entire
structure or for its selected members. The displays relative to RC and
PT mode include moments, shears, deflections and reinforcement
required/provided. The displays relative to PT mode only
includestresses, post-tensioning required, post-tensioning provided and
tendon profile.Each graph may be printed or exported as a .bmp or a
metafile.
ADAPT-PT/RC input data is stored in a single file with the .ADB

extension. However, the program is also backward compatible with
input generated by earlier Windows versions of the program. The
program best operates in a local machine environment, but the user can
also execute models to network drive locations so long as the drive is
mapped to the local machine with a pre-designated drive. The
program is compatible with 32- and 64-bit versions of Windows XP,
Vista, 7 and 8.
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ADAPT-PT/RC is integrated into the ADAPT-Builder software suite.

Structural models generated using the Modeler module of the Builder
suite can automatically be transferred to ADAPT-PT/RC for analysis
and design. This capability provides a seamless link between the Finite
Element Method of ADAPT-Builder and ADAPT-PT/RC.
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Chapter 2
SIGN CONVENTION
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The following is the sign convention used in ADAPT-PT/RC.
Applied loads
Downward loads and counterclockwise moments are considered positive (Fig. 2.1 (a)).
Span Actions
Counterclockwise shear is considered positive.
Bending moment is considered positive if it causes tension at the bottom (Fig. 2.1 (b)).
Column actions
Counterclockwise column moments are considered positive (Fig. 2.1 (d)).
Positive direction of frame as well as definition of right and left tributary region is
defined as shown in Figure 2.1 (c).
FIGURE 2-1 SIGN CONVENTION
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3. OVERVIEW
This chapter describes Graphical User Interface (GUI) for the main program
screen and data input module of ADAPT-PT/RC program.
All program functions, including data entry and program execution are accessed
through the Main Program window. The data entry is done through separate
program modules called ADAPT-PT or ADAPT-RC Input.
When ADAPT-PT/RC is opened, the user has the option of selecting the initial
design type by selecting the ADAPT-RC or ADAPT-PT button.
At any time before creating a model or after a design selection and model have
been made, the user can switch to the other design mode by selecting
Actions>Convert Project to ADAPT-RC or ADAPT-PT. If a model has not yet
been generated or saved, the user can also go to Options>Program Mode and
make a selection of ADAPT-RC or ADAPT-PT. Once a model has been saved,
this option is grayed out, inactive and shows the current mode of operation.
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3.1 THE MAIN PROGRAM WINDOW
Figure 3.1-1 shows the main ADAPT-PT/RC program screen as it appears once a
project has been opened.
Main Program
Title Bar Main Menu Bar
Main Toolbar
Hint Window
Status Bar
FIGURE 3.1-1 MAIN PROGRAM WINDOW
Main Program Title Bar. Contains the program name and name and location of
the opened file.
Main Menu Bar. Lists all available menus in main program window. Menu
options will be grayed out when they are not applicable. For example, if there is
no project open, the Save As, Close and Print options on the File menu will be
grayed out.
Main Toolbar. Main Toolbar contains all available tools in the main program
window. The tools will not be available when they are not applicable. For
example:
If you open ADAPT-PT/RC program available tools are:
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If you open existing file the main toolbar contains the following
options:
Status Bar. Status bar gives you information about project name, selected design
code, units, execution mode, key type, current date and time. To turn Status Bar
on or off go to View -> Status Bar.
Hint Window. Hint window gives you information on how to proceed if you
want to edit, execute or view your structure. To close the Hint Window, right
click anywhere on the screen.
3.2 MAIN PROGRAM WINDOW MENU ITEMS AND CORRESPONDING

TOOLS
All options that can be accessed by the main program menus are listed below. For
the commands that might be activated using the toolbar, the appropriate icon is
displayed next to the feature.
3.1.1 File Menu
The File Menu operations are:
New. Starts a new project. The project will be initiated in the active
design type that was selected in the Start screen.
Open. Opens an existing project. The project will be opened for the
design type which it was last saved as.
Save As. Saves both the input files and the results report file under a user-
specified filename as the active design type (RC or PT).
Save As Default Values. Once you save data using this option, the
program will open all the new projects in the future using the values you
saved. To change the default values, open a new file, modify the
parameters of your choice, and re-save it using Save As Default Values.
Close. Closes the currently open project.
Delete Intermediate Files. Deletes all intermediate calculation files from

the current project directory.
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Export Graph. Allows the user to export the currently active graph as
either a bitmap (.BMP) or a Windows metafile (.WMF).
Print. Prints the currently active report or graph window.
Page/ Print Setup. Sets the paper size, report margins, paper orientation
and printer.
Exit. Closes all windows and exits the program.
3.1.2 Action Menu
The Action menu operations are:
Enter/Edit Data. Opens the data input editor.
Execute Analysis. Executes the program calculations.
Recycle Window. Opens the recycling window. Used when re-running a

project in order to adjust the post-tensioning force or profile.
Convert project to RC or PT. Converts the active project type to the

alternate design type of RC or PT. This activates necessary input
windows required for the specific design type.
3.1.3 View Menu
The View menu operations are:
Status Bar. Turns the status bar at the bottom of the main window on and
off.
Graphs. The Graphs menu item opens a submenu, which allows any or all
of the Results Graphs to be viewed. The Show Graphs button on the main
toolbar displays all graphs.
RC or PT Summary. Allows you to see result graphs for moments,

forces, reinforcement and stresses (PT mode only) for each load
combination and envelope. Also it displays the report summary sheet
and DXF export option .
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3.1.4 Options Menu
The Options menu operations are:
System of Units. Allows the user to select the default units (American,
SI, MKS).
Design Code. Allows the user to select the default code.
Remember Printer Selection. If this option is checked, the program uses

the latest printer settings for all future runs, regardless of the default
printer selected in the Windows settings.
Report Setup. Opens a Report Generator window where the report

contents may be set.
Graph Properties. Configures the graphs generated by the program.

Options include whether to include X and Y gridlines, min/max data
points and a legend.
Spreadsheet Options. Configures the action of the ENTER key in the

data entry spreadsheets. The key may be set to move the cursor right,
down or stay in the same field.
3.1.5 Window Menu
The Window menu operations are:
This menu lists which of the graph windows are open. The graphs may be
stacked vertically for scrolling, or the windows may be cascaded.
3.1.6 Help Menu
The Help menu operations are:
Documentation. Opens folder with product manual.
About ADAPT. Company address, phone, fax and e-mail information.
About ADAPT-PT/RC. Program information such as version.
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Support Programs. Information on how to obtain program support.
Disclaimer. Defines responsibility of the software user.
Calculator. Invokes the standard windows calculation.
3.3 ADAPT-PT/RC INPUT SCREEN
Project input data is created/edited through a separate program module called

ADAPT-PT or ADAPT-RC Input, depending on what the active mode is. The
input editor is used both to enter new projects and edit existing files.
To enter a new project either click New on the File menu or click the
New button, , on the Main Toolbar.
To edit existing file either click on Enter/Edit Data on the Actions
menu on the Main Menu bar, or click the Edit Data button, , on the
Main Toolbar.
Figure 3.3-1 shows the ADAPT-PT/RC Input screen as it appears once the input
editor is opened. Note that the main input screen is similar for both PT and RC
modes.
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Input Title Bar

Input Toolbar
Input Menu Bar
3D Structure View
Input Form
FIGURE 3.3-1 ADAPT-PT/RC INPUT SCREEN
PT/RC Input Title Bar. Contains program name, and name and location of the
opened file.
PT/RC Input Menu Bar. Menu bar lists all available menus in ADAPT-
PT/RCInput.
PT/RC Input Toolbar. This toolbar contains all available tools in the ADAPT-
PT Input.
Input Form. Each input form is the dialog box that will prompt you to select
options or enter required information. When first entering data for a project, you
would typically go through the screens in order by clicking on the Next and Back
buttons or pressing ALT-N and ALT-B. In subsequent editing, specific screens
may be selected from the PT/RC Input menu.
If the input form contains a table (Fig. 3.3-2) the right mouse click will give you
the following options:
Insert a new line

Delete line
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Copy selected lines

Paste lines
FIGURE 3.3-2 SPAN GEOMETRY INPUT SCREEN
Each table contains a Typical row for fast input of data. The typical input row (top
row) can be used if several rows in a column have same data. To enter typical
values, type the value into the appropriate cell in the top row and then press
ENTER. The typical value will be copied to all rows in the column. The value of
any field initialized in this manner can be subsequently changed as necessary.
Data can be entered in the typical row at random; it is not necessary to enter
values in all fields of the typical row.
3D Structure View. Structure View window allows you to view the structure,
loads, tendons, and rebar in 3D as you enter the data. You can also display the
properties of each component if you bring the mouse pointer over it and right
click. You can change the display in 3D window with View Tools toolbar.
3.4 ADAPT PT/RC-INPUT MENU ITEMS AND TOOLS
All options that can be accessed by the PT and RC Input menus are listed below.
Only the set of input forms will appear to the user for the active design mode.
3.4.1 File Menu
The menu items have the same function as File menu in the main program
screen.
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3.4.2 Project Menu
This menu enables you to specify the project title, structural system and
select analysis and design options through General Settings and Design
settings input forms.
3.4.3 Geometry Menu
This menu enables you to access input forms that you use to define
geometry of a model. The input forms included in this menu are:
o Span geometry
o Effective Flange width
o Drop cap/transverse beam
o Drop panel
o Support geometry
o Boundary conditions
3.4.4 Loads Menu
This menu opens the Loads input form where you can specify the loads.
3.4.5 Material Menu
This menu enables you to access input forms where you can specify
material properties for:
o Concrete
o Reinforcement
o Post-tensioning (PT mode only)
3.4.6 Criteria Menu
Criteria menu contains all input screens that you use to specify project
criteria. The Criteria menu input forms are:
o Base Non-Prestressed reinforcement

o Allowable stresses (PT mode only)
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o Post-tensioning (PT mode only)

o Calculation options (PT mode only)
o Tendon profile (PT mode only)
o Minimum covers
o Minimum bar extensions
o Load combinations
o Design code
3.4.7 Execute Menu
If you click on the Execute menu the program will initiate an analysis. The
corresponding tool is Save & Execute Analysis, , in the Common
toolbar.
3.4.8 Tools Menu
The Tools menu allows you to convert units and change color settings.
The menu items are:
o Convert units
o Color selection
3.4.9 Window Menu
This menu lists the graphical windows that are currently active. The
windows may be stacked vertically for scrolling, or the windows may be
cascaded.
3.4.10 Structure View Menu
If you click on this menu it will open the 3D structure view.
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3.4.11 View Tools Toolbar
This toolbar contains tools for selecting the entities that you want to be
visible on the screen, as well as for creating rendered or shaded views of
structural models. It is used to zoom in or out, pan, increase scale, or
create a screen shot and print.
Plan View. It will show structure in plan view.
Elevation View. It will show structure in elevation view.
Isometric View. It will show structure in 3D isometric

view.
Free Rotate Perspective View.
Wire Frame.
Transparent Shader.
Solid Shader.
Outline Shader.
Show/Hide Gridlines. Displays or hides gridlines and

reference line.
Show/Hide Spans. Displays or hides spans of the structural

model.
Show/Hide Supports. Displays or hides columns and walls

of the structural model.
Show/Hide Drops/Beam. Displays or hides drop caps and

beams of the structural model.
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Show/Hide Loads. Displays or hides all loads that have

been identified as visible in the Select/Set View Items
window.
Show/Hide Rebar. Displays or hides the entire user

defined (base) reinforcement.
Show/Hide Tendons. Displays or hides the entire tendons

of the structural model.
Show/Hide Fixity. Displays or hides all fixity symbols of

the supports.
Increase Scale Factor. This tool provides you with the

option of distorting the dimension of the model in one or
more direction, in order to obtain a better view of its
details, such as magnifying the profile of a tendon within a
slab thickness.
Select/Set View Items (Fig. 3.4-1). This button is used to

set the display of the project items on the screen.
Depending on which boxes you select, you can display
additional information about each entity.
Dynamic Pan.
Rotate.
Zoom In.
Zoom Out.
Zoom Extents.
Dynamic Zoom.
Screen Capture. Takes a screen shot of the Structure View

window.
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Print. Prints currently active window.
Add or Remove Buttons. This option is used to add or

remove buttons from the Input Toolbar.
FIGURE 3.4-1 3D DISPAY SETTINGS DIALOG BOX
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4. OVERVIEW
This chapter explains the basic program operations.
4.1 START A NEW PROJECT
When starting a new project you should specify design code and system of units.
To start a new project:
1. Double-click on the PT/RC 2014 icon of your desktop to open the

program.
2. Select File->New, or click on the New Input Session button, .
4.2 OPEN AN EXISTING PROJECT
To open an existing project:
1. In the Main program window select File -> Open, or click on the Open Project
button, .
2. Select the .ADB file that you want to open. Note that the program will open
in the design mode which was exited from when the project was last saved.
Note: The four most recently accessed files will be recorded in File menu for easy
access.
4.3 SAVE INPUT DATA
1. To save the input data and execute the analysis, either select Execute from the
Input Editor menu or click on the Save & Execute Analysis button, .
If you are entering a new project, you will be prompted for a file name
and directory in which to save the file. Once the file is saved, the
program will automatically execute the analysis.
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If you opened an existing project, it will be saved to the same

directory, under the same filename. The program will then
automatically execute the analysis.
2. To save the input data and return to the Main Program window, select either
Save or Save As from the Input Editor File menu or select the Save button, ,
on the Input Editor Toolbar.
If you have opened an existing file, Save will save the file under the
same name, in the same directory.
Save As will allow you to change the file name and/or directory.
Once the file is saved, select Exit to return to the Main Program window.
4.4 SAVE INPUT DATA AS DEFAULT
Note that it is often not necessary to go through all of the input screens, even
when entering a new project. Much of the information on the Materials and
Criteria input screens will be the same on many projects. The program is set up
with ADAPT defaults for all screens. The program includes separate default
settings depending on which design mode the program is opened in.
To change the default values from ADAPT selected:
1. Open the file with the data you would like to save as default and use in other
files.
2. Choose File->Save as Default. The program will save the file as default
ADB file. Once you saved data using this option, the program will open all the
future new projects using the values in the data you saved. To change the
default values, open a new file, and re-save it using Save As Default Values.
4.5 SELECT SYSTEM OF UNITS
ADAPT PT/RC features three systems of units: SI, MKS and American (known
as Imperial).
To select system of units for the new project:
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1. Double-click on the PT/RC 2014 icon on your desktop to open the main
program window.
2. Select Options -> System of Units.
3. Check one of the options: SI, MKS or American. The program will
automatically close the Options menu.
Note: If a file which has been previously created is opened, and the System of
Units option is selected, the program will gray out the options and show a check
mark by the system in use for that model.
4.6 CONVERT SYSTEM OF UNITS
To convert system of units:
1. Open an existing project.
2. Click on Edit Data tool, , to open Input Editor.
3. Select Tools -> Convert Units. The Convert-Units dialog box opens (Fig.
4.6-1).
4. Select New Unit and click Convert.
Note: The Convert Unit option is available only if the design code is ACI.
FIGURE 4.6-1 CONVERT UNITS DIALOG BOX
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4.7 PROGRAM MODE
To select the design mode to work in (PT or RC mode):
4. Select Options -> Program Mode.
5. Check one of the options: ADAPT-PT or ADAPT-RC.
Note: If a file which has been previously created is opened, and the Program
Mode option is selected, the program will gray out the options and show a check
mark by the active mode. To switch modes, the user must go to Actions->Convert
Project to ADAPT-RC or ADAPT-PT.
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5 OVERVIEW
During the structural modeling step, the user defines the basic analysis and design
parameters, i.e. the structural system (beam, one-way or two-way slab), the span
lengths, cross-sectional geometries, tributary widths, supports and boundary
conditions. The user also defines the loading, material properties, base (existing)
reinforcement, allowable stresses (PT mode only), post-tensioning criteria (PT
mode only), calculation method and tendon profile (PT mode only), reinforcement
covers and load combinations. This is the most critical stage of the modeling
process. The users experience and engineering judgment play a major role in the
selection of suitable design parameters. This stage of the modeling should be
performed, or at least reviewed, by a senior engineer. A structure that is not
modeled correctly is not likely to yield reasonable results using ADAPT-PT/RC
or any other software.
Data entry in ADAPT-PT/RC is independent from the execution of the analysis.

Data for a particular project may be entered at any time for later execution. Data
is entered through ADAPT-PT and RC Input screens described in Section 4.2.
5.1 PROJECT INFORMATION
Project information includes specification of general information and analysis and

design options.
5.1.1 Specify General Project Information
The General Settings window automatically opens when a new project is

started or an existing project is opened. This screen is also available
through menu option Project -> General Settings.
FIGURE 5.1-1 GENERAL SETTINGS INPUT SCREEN
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Input information as follows:
1. Type in General and Specific title. Note that the General title and
Specific title of the project will appear at the cover page of a report
and in the header of each page of a report.
2. Select Geometry input option.
o If you model spans with uniform geometry where the tributary

width, section type and/or section depth do not change within a
span, select Conventional input. This will also give you an
option to include drop caps, drop panels, and/or transverse
beams.
o If you model spans with non-uniform geometry within a span,

select Segmental input.
3. Select a type of a Structural System.
o If you select Two-Way slab you will have an option to include

drop caps, drop panels and/or transverse beams.
o If you select One-Way Slab you will have an option to include

transverse beams only.
o If you select Beam you will have an option to include an

effective flange width in the calculations. Note that if effective
flange with is considered, the options for I and Extended T
sections in the geometry input are grayed out. See Section
5.2.1.
4. Click Next. This will save input data and open next input screen
Criteria Design Code where you can select design code.
5.1.2 Specify Analysis and Design Options
You can select various analysis and design options through the Design
Settings dialog box (Fig. 5.1-2). Note that some settings are applicable
only to PT mode.
To specify analysis and design options:
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1. Click on Project->Design Settings. The Design Settings input

screen opens.
FIGURE 5.1-2 DESIGN SETTING INPUT SCREEN PT MODE
2. Select Analysis options
o Automatic (PT mode only). In the automatic mode, the

program attempts to select a post-tensioning force and
profile based on the parameters specified by the user. If a
solution is possible, the program will complete all
calculations and return to the Main Program window. The
results can then be viewed and/or printed. If a satisfactory
solution is not possible, the program will display a message
box, which describes the problem and will switch to the
interactive mode. The user can then decide whether it is
possible to overwrite the original design criteria and
continue with the design.
o Interactive (PT mode only). The interactive mode gives

the user an opportunity to optimize the design by adjusting
the tendon forces and tendon drapes in each span.
o If you select Yes for Moment reduced to face-of-

support, the calculated moment at the support centerline
will be adjusted to face-of-support and used in design.
o If you select Yes for Redistribute moments (post-

elastic), the program will perform redistribution of
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moments and readjust elastic moments based on the

provisions of the selected design code.
o If you select Yes for Use Equivalent Frame Method,

the program models the structure using the Equivalent
Frame Method (EFM). This option is available only for
two-way systems.
o If you select Yes for Increase Moment of Inertia Over

Supports the program will internally model the structure
with increased moment of inertia over supports. This option
affects the relative stiffness of the beam and column
members. It also, in turn, affects the relative distribution of
the moments and may affect the amount of post-tensioning
required. The option is available for one-way systems and
two-way systems where the Equivalent Frame Method is
not used.
3. Select Design options
o If you select Use all provisions of the code the program

will consider all provisions of the selected design code
including calculation of minimum rebar for serviceability,
check for cracking capacity (PT mode only) and add
reinforcement if needed, considering the contribution of
post-tensioning in strength check (PT mode only).
o If you select Disregard the following provisions you will
have an option to choose which of the following provisions
you would like to disregard in design:
If you choose to disregard Minimum rebar for

serviceability the program will not report minimum
rebar. This applies to PT and RC modes.
If you choose to disregard Design capacity

exceeding cracking moment the program will not
report the rebar due to design capacity exceeding
cracking moment capacity. This applies to PT mode
only.
If you choose to disregard Contribution of

prestressing in strength check the program will
not consider postensioning in strength check. This
scenario applies when a user adds tendons to a
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project for deflection or crack control. This applies

to PT mode only.
o If data is being entered for a beam you will have an option

to Include the (DL + 25% LL) case of UBC. This is a
UBC (Uniform Building Code) requirement used to
determine the amount of mild steel reinforcement required.
If this is answered Yes, the ratio of reduced live load to
actual live load must be entered. This option allows a
reduced live load to be used for the post-tensioning if so
desired, but provides the full live load for the 25% UBC
design loading. Live load reduction is optional; if the live
load entered on the Loading screen was not reduced, the
ratio of reduced to actual live load would be 1. Note that
the (DL +25%LL) provision is not required by ACI-318,
nor is it included in the IBC-2000 (International Building
Code). This applies to PT mode only.
o The program calculates and reports the moment capacity in
both graphical and tabular format, based on the user
selection.
If you select Design values, the moment capacity will
be calculated using the rebar and PT required (PT mode
only) for the design, including user defined base
reinforcement.
If you select User entered values, the moment capacity
will be calculated only with user entered rebar (base
rebar) and PT (PT mode only).
The moment capacity for the 1/20th points can be observed
in the appropriate tabular report (Tabular Report-Detailed/
34- Demand Moment and Moment capacity). The moment
capacity graph is plotted together with the moment
envelope (Fig. 5.1-3). To see the graph Open Buildersum,
select Envelope from the drop down list and click on
Moment Diagram. Click on the Design Moment Capacity
frame and select positive or negative moment capacities.
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FIGURE 5.1-3
4. Specify the percentage of top and bottom reinforcement and

post-tensioning (PT mode only) that will participate in resisting
unbalanced moment. This option is available only for two-way
systems.
5. Click Next. This will save input data and open a new input
screen Span geometry where you can specify geometry of
spans.
5.2 GEOMETRY
The geometry of the problem is defined via a series of input screens that can be
accessed through the Geometry menu. The screens will vary depending on which
structural system has been specified. There are three basic screens: Span
Geometry, Support-Geometry, and Support-Boundary conditions. Additional
screens are used to enter effective flange widths, segmental data, drop caps, drop
panels and transverse beams.
5.2.1 Specify Span Geometry
The span geometry can be modeled as prismatic (uniform) or non-

prismatic (non-uniform).
o The geometry without changes in cross-section along the

span excluding geometry of drop cap, drop panels or
transverse beams is called prismatic (uniform) geometry.
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o Geometry of a cross-section that changes along the span is

called non-prismatic (non-uniform) geometry. You will
have to model span geometry as non-uniform if at least one
span is not uniform.
5.2.1.1 Prismatic (Uniform) Spans
The Span Geometry screen is used to enter the cross-sectional

geometry of the slab or beam at mid-span (Fig. 5.2-1).
To input data for uniform spans do the following:
1. Open Span Geometry.
2. To set the number of spans, use CTRL+/- or click on the

up/down arrow at the left of the screen. If there are
cantilevers on the right and/or left ends of the frame, add
them by clicking on the appropriate check box. This will
activate the input fields for the corresponding cantilever.
3. Select section type by clicking on the button in the Sec.

column. Section type can be set to Rectangular, T section, I
or L section, and Extended T section.
4. Enter the dimensions of the span sections. All dimensions

are defined in the legend at the top of the screen and/or
illustrated in the appropriate section figure.
o Span lengths are measured from support centerline

to support centerline.
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FIGURE 5.2-1 SPAN GEOMETRY INPUT SCREEN
o The tributary width (dimension b) is composed of left

tributary (the portion of the tributary width that falls to
the left of the frame line) and the right tributary (the
portion that falls to the right of the frame line). The
tributary width can vary from span to span but is
assumed to be constant within a single span unless
segmental input is used.
There are two methods of modeling tributary width:

Unit Strip input and Tributary input. Both methods
produce the same results, which method to use is a
matter of user preference. Once a method is selected
however, it should be used consistently throughout a
given project to avoid confusion. Note that the
calculations and results are always shown in terms of
the total tributary width, regardless of the way the slab
was modeled during data entry.
Unit strip modeling (Fig 5.2-1A). It is typically easiest

to model slabs with the unit strip method. A unit strip is
a strip parallel to the span with a width equal to or less
than the total tributary width. Although the unit strip
width is typically 12 in. or 1000 mm, any reasonable
value may be used. The unit width has no affect on the
analysis as long as the total tributary width is modeled
correctly. The tributary is modeled by specifying a unit
strip width along with left and right multipliers. The left
and right multipliers (< and >) indicate the
number of times the unit strip needs to be multiplied to
cover the left and right tributaries. The multipliers need
not be whole numbers.
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FIGURE 5.2-1A
Tributary Modeling . In tributary modeling, the total

tributary width is entered as the b dimension. The
width multipliers (<-M and M->) are used to indicate
how much of the tributary falls on either side of the
frame line. The sum of the left and right multipliers
should be one.
Example: Model the following tributary using A) unit

strip method B) tributary method.
Total tributary = 300 in.

Left tributary = 180 in.
Right tributary = 120 in.
A) Unit strip method:
b = 12 in. <-M = 15 M-> = 10
Total width = Left tributary + Right tributary =

12*15 +12*10 = 180 + 120 = 300 in.
B) Tributary method:
b = 300 in. <-M = 0.60 M-> = 0.40
Total width = Left tributary + Right tributary =

300*0.60 +300*0.40 = 180 + 120 = 300 in
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5. Enter reference height (Rh). The reference height identifies

the position of a reference line that is used in determination
how to display tendon heights. The Rh indicates the
distance from the reference line to the top of the slab with
positive being measured upwards. Typically, the reference
height is set equal to the slab depth.
Figure 5.2-2 shows several different reference height

configurations. Typically, the same reference height is used
for all spans. The reference height can thus be set via the
typical row. If the slab or beam depth changes, the same
reference height can still be used as long as the resulting
tendon heights are adjusted accordingly when transferred to
the structural drawings for PT designs. Alternatively, the
reference height can be entered as zero, which will set the
reference line at the top of the slab. If the reference line is
at the top of the slab, tendon heights will be shown as
negative numbers indicating distance below the top of the
slab.
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FIGURE 5.2-2
The reference height can be changed from span to span to

model steps at the top of the slab. If this is done, however,
it will be necessary to adjust the tendon profiles so they
match at the supports for designs performed using PT
mode. In general, it is best to use the same reference height
for all spans. Changes in the slab depth should be modeled
accurately, however, to ensure that the calculations are
done correctly.
5.2.1.2 Non-prismatic (non-uniform) spans
The following example illustrates data entry for a non-prismatic

section using the segmental option. The example is a four span
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beam, which is made up of three segments of varying cross-section

for the two interior spans (Fig. 5.2-3).
FIGURE 5.2-3
To model non prismatic span do the following:
1. Select Segmental in the General Settings input form.
2. Open Span Geometry (Fig. 5.2-4).
FIGURE 5.2-4 SPAN GEOMETRY
3. To set the number of spans, use CTRL+/- or click on the

up/down arrow at the left of the screen. If there are
cantilevers on the right and/or left ends of the frame, add
them by clicking on the appropriate check box. This will
activate the input fields for the corresponding cantilever.
4. Select section type by clicking on the button in the Sec.

column.
5. Enter the dimensions of the span sections. All dimensions

are defined in the legend at the top of the screen and/or
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illustrated in the appropriate section figure. The dimensions

specified in the Span Geometry screen including reference
height and left and right multipliers define the geometry of
a mid segment of the span. All other segments of the span
are defined in the Geometry-Span (More) screen as
explained in the following. Note that any span set to non-
prismatic, NP, will be grayed out in the Span Geometry
screen and can only be modified in the segmental input
described below.
6. Change prismatic column PR to NP. Changing a span to

NP activates the button in the Seg. column.
7. Click on the button in the Seg. column to open

the Geometry-Span (More) window for that span (Fig.
5.2-5).
FIGURE 5.2-5 GEOMETRY SPAN (MORE) SCREEN
8. To set the number of segments in the spans, use CTRL+/-

or click on the up/down arrow at the left of the screen. Up
to seven segments may be entered per span. The parameters
are input in the same manner as general span geometry data
except the XL column is used to specify the distance from
the left support centerline to the start of the segment. The
length of each segment is calculated automatically based on
the distance to the start of the next segment and reported in
the L column. The start of the first segment is always zero.
Note that if either the Use Equivalent Frame Method or

Increase Moment of Inertia Over Support option was
selected, the program will automatically generate additional
segments over each support using the geometry entered for
the first and last segments. If the first and last segments are
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generated before the support dimensions are entered, their

XL values will be initialized with values of zero and the
span length, respectively. These values will be updated
when the support dimensions are entered.
9. Click OK to save input data and close Geometry-Span

(More) window.
10. When you complete data input for all spans click Next to
save the data and open next input screen Support
Geometry and Stiffness.
5.2.2 Specify Effective Flange Width
If you enter a beam and you answer Yes to Consider Effective Flange
Width on the General Settings screen, the Span Geometry screen will
be followed by the Effective Flange Width screen (Fig. 5.2-6). This
screen is also available through menu Geometry -> Effective Flange
Width.
FIGURE 5.2-6 EFFECTIVE FLANGE WIDTH INPUT SCREEN
1. Open Effective Flange Width input screen.
2. Select Effective width calculation method.
o If you choose to use the ACI-318 or European-EC2

method of effective flange width calculation, the resulting
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flange widths will be displayed, but you will not be able to

edit them.
o If you select User Input calculation, the effective width

column be will default to the ACI calculated values, but
you will be able to change them.
3. Click Next to save data and go to the next input form.
Note: ACI does not require that effective flange widths be used for
prestressed beams. The widths calculated by the program are in
accordance with the ACI recommendations for non-prestressed beams.
5.2.3 Specify Geometry of Drop Cap and/or Transverse Beam
If you enter a two-way system and you answered Yes to the Include
Drops & Transverse Beams question on the General Settings screen,
the Span Geometry screen will be followed by the Geometry-Drop
Cap/Transverse Beam screen (Fig. 5.2-7). This screen is also available
through menu Geometry -> Drop Cap/Transverse Beam.
The input parameters are defined in the figures at the top of the screen.
Note that H, the depth of the cap or beam, is the total depth of the section,
not the depth below the slab.
FIGURE 5.2-7 DROP CAP/TRANSVERSE BEAM INPUT SCREEN
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If there are drop caps or transverse beams with the same dimensions at
several supports, their dimensions may be entered using the typical row.
To enter typical values for drop caps, type the value into the typical row
and press ENTER. The value will be copied to any supports that have been
marked as having drop caps. Any supports which are subsequently marked
as having drop caps will also be assigned this value as a default.
Transverse Beams dimensions are entered in the same manner.
5.2.4 Specify Geometry of a Drop Panel
If you enter a two-way system and you answered Yes to the Include
Drops & Transverse Beams question on the General Settings screen,
the Drop Cap/Transverse Beam screen will be followed by the
Geometry-Drop Panel screen (Fig. 5.2-8). This screen is also available
through menu Geometry -> Drop Panel.
FIGURE 5.2-8 DROP PANEL INPUT SCREEN
The data entries for drop panels are the same as for drop caps. Typical
values can be entered with the typical row at the top of the table.
5.2.5 Specify Support Geometry and Stiffness
This screen is used to input support heights, widths and depths of supports
(Fig. 5.2-9). Support selection options will change depending on the
structural system you selected.
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FIGURE 5.2-9 SUPPORT GEOMETRY AND STIFFNESS INPUT FORM
If you model a two-way system or a beam, the available support options

will be:
o Lower column,
o Both columns,
o No columns
If you model a one-way system the support options will be:
o Lower wall,
o Both walls,
o Point support or transverse beam.
To model supports do the following:
1. Select lower, both or no support option.
2. Enter the height of lower supports (H1) if any. H1 is

the distance from the mid-depth of the slab to the top of
the slab below.
3. Specify cross section dimension for support:
o If rectangular, enter data in column D

(dimension in span direction) and B
(dimension perpendicular to span direction).
o If circular, enter data in column Dc (diameter

of circular column).
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4. Specify the percentage column stiffness that you would

like to consider in analysis.
5. Repeat the procedure to define geometry of upper

columns if any, or simply copy the data.
6. If you model a two-way system you will have an option

to assign a Left edge and Right edge condition. This
option is available only for two-way systems and it is
used to determine column condition for punching shear
check.
o If you select Exterior the program will

automatically check the left and right tributary
width. If the tributary that falls to the left or to the
right side of the column is less than code required
for interior column, the program will automatically
consider it as an exterior column.
o If you select Interior the program doesnt check

left and right tributary width, and treats the column
as interior.
Note: The program always checks left and right

distance to the slab edge. If the dimension B of a
column is at least 80% of tributary width the program
will treat this column as wall and will not check it for
punching shear.
5.2.6 Specify Support Boundary Conditions
This screen is used to enter support widths and column boundary

conditions (Fig. 5.2-10).
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FIGURE 5.2-10 SUPPORTS-BOUNDARY CONDITIONS INPUT FORM
1. Select Slab/beam boundary conditions at far ends.
o Choose No if the slab end is rotationally free. This

occurs when a slab/beam terminates over wall, column
or beam.
o Choose Yes if the slab end is rotationally fixed. This

occurs if the span/beam end is tied to a structure that is
rigid enough to prevent rotation. A typical example
might be slab tied to a stiff shear wall. A rotationally
fixed end condition can also be used to model half of a
symmetrical, multi-span frame if there will be no
rotation over the support at the line of symmetry.
Note: If there is a cantilever at the right or left end of span, the

corresponding slab/beam end condition option will not be
available.
2. Specify support width SW. This option is available if you

choose Yes to the Reduce Moments to face-of -support in
the Design Settings screen.
o To automatically set the values in SW column to actual

support widths, D, check box in front SW = Actual
width of support. This option will not be available if
you select no columns or point support transverse beam
option for supports.
o To manually enter support width, uncheck box in front

SW = Actual width of support and input data.
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3. Choose support boundary conditions by clicking on the arrow

in the appropriate cell of the table. The following figure shows
the available boundary conditions and symbols used in 3D
view.
Condition 1 Condition 2 Condition 3

fixed pinned roller
(a) (b) (c)
FIGURE 5.2-11 BOUNDARY CONDITIONS
Note: If No Columns option was specified on the Supports-Geometry

screen the boundary condition entries will be ignored. The support widths
will be used to calculate reduced moments, however.
5.3 LOADS
ADAPT PT/RC allows you to specify a variety of load types including dead, live,
earthquake or wind loads (lateral loads).
5.3.1 Specify Dead, Live and Other loads
Figure 5.3-1 shows the screen used to enter loading information.
FIGURE 5.3-1 LOAD INPUT FORM
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1. Specify loaded spans.
o To enter load for an individual span, click on the arrow in cell of the
Span column and select a span number from the list of all available
spans, or just type in a span number.
o To enter a load for all spans, enter all or ALL as the span number.
o To enter loads on a left cantilever, enter either LC or 0 as the span

number. To enter loads on a right cantilever, enter either RC or the
number of spans +1 as the span number.
2. Specify the class of load by clicking on the arrow in the cell of a Class
column. There are four available classes:
o SW self-weight. This load class will be available only if you select
No for Include self-weight. In this case you have an option to enter
self-weight of the structure manually instead of allowing the program
to calculate it.
o SDL superimposed dead load
o LL live load
o X other load
4. Specify the type of loading by typing U, P, C, M, L, R, V, or Z in the
L/T-? column, or by dragging the icon from the graphics of the loading
that you intend to apply to the cell in the L/T-? column. There are eight
load types:
o U - Uniform,
o P - Partial uniform,
o C- Concentrated,
o M - Moment,
o L - Line,
o T - Triangle,
o V - Variable, and
o T - Trapezoidal.
Note: Uniform and partial loads are assumed to be uniformly distributed

over the upper most surface of the member with a constant intensity per
unit area. The user only needs to enter the loads intensity, and ADAPT
calculates the frame loadings. These frame loadings are reported in report
table 3.2 Compiled loading.
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4. Enter load intensity and position. The schematics for each load
type indicate the required input data. Note that on cantilevers,
distances are always measured from the support (Fig. 5.3-2).
The distances for a left cantilever are thus entered contrary to
those of the typical spans.
FIGURE 5.3-2
Any number of different loads and load types may be entered for a span.
You may also specify whether to skip the live loading and whether to
calculate self-weight automatically. If these features are selected, the skip
factor and concrete unit weight must be entered. When the Skip Loading
function is used, the program considers those 6 patterns shown in Fig. 5.3-
3.
The program reports deflections at all 1/20th points along spans for all skip
patterns and enveloped Max and Min results in report Section 36. For
Sustained Load combinations, the program considers the user-specified
portion of live load for creep/long-term computations. Creep Max and
Creep Min values are also reported.
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FIGURE 5.3-3
5.3.2 Specify Lateral Loads
ADAP- PT/RC allows you to specify lateral loads (wind or earthquake

loads) as unbalanced concentrated moments acting at the face of supports.
To define these loads:
1. Go to Criteria -> Load Combination.
2. Check Include Lateral Loads and click Set Values.
3. Go to Lateral moments tab and input values. (Fig. 5.3-4)
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FIGURE 5.3-4 LATERAL INPUT DATA SCREEN
4. Click OK. The lateral moments will show on the screen.
5.4 MATERIAL
5.4.1 Specify Concrete Material
This screen is used to enter concrete properties (Fig. 5.4-1).
FIGURE 5.4-1 CONCRETE MATERIAL INPUT SCREEN
Depending on the code, the concrete weight classification is used in shear

and/or flexure calculations. Default values of the modulus of elasticity are
calculated based on the concrete strength and the appropriate code
formula. The ultimate creep coefficient is used in the calculation of
long-term deflections. The option for concrete strength at stressing is used
only for PT mode and does not apply to RC designs.
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5.4.2 Specify Reinforcement Material
This screen is used to specify bar sizes and properties for longitudinal and
shear reinforcement (Fig. 5.4-2). For RC mode, the program includes
entry for Column Strip Allocation. Here the user specifies the
percentage of total strip reinforcement to be allocated to the column strip
in spans, over interior columns and over exterior columns. The balance of
calculated reinforcement is allocated to the middle strips.
PT Mode
RC Mode
FIGURE 5.4-2 STEEL MATERIAL INPUT SCREEN
When entering data for a beam and one-way slab, entry for preferred
stirrup bar size and number of legs is active. When entering data for two-
way slab options to select between stirrups and studs is active.
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o If you select Studs the program will ask you to specify stud
diameter and number of rails per side of a column.
o If you select Stirrups the program will ask you to specify stirrup
bar size.
The preferred bar sizes are used when calculating the number of bars
required. The bar sizes may be changed on the Summary report, however.
For RC mode, when the European EC2 code is selected as the design
code, the program includes the option for the allowable crack width. The
program adds reinforcement necessary to control the crack width to the
limiting value. EC2 methodology is used in calculating crack widths and
reinforcement.
5.4.3 Specify Post-Tensioning Material (PT mode only)
This screen is used to input the post-tensioning system parameters (Fig.

5.4-3)
FIGURE 5.4-3 PRESTRESSING MATERIAL INPUT SCREEN
The information entered here defines the post-tensioned system type and
is: (a) used to calculate the ultimate moment capacity of the member
when the effective force calculation method is used. When the tendon
selection calculation method is used, the program calculates the effective
stress. The stress in the tendon at nominal strength (fps) is calculated from
the effective stress and the reinforcement ratio. (b) determines the
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effective force per stand used to calculate the final force in the Recycler
window when the effective force calculation method is used.
5.5 CRITERIA
5.5.1 Specify the Design Code
To select the code:
1. Click Criteria -> Design Code. The Criteria-Design Code

dialog box will open (Fig. 5.5-1)
FIGURE 5.5-1 CRITERIA-DESIGN CODE INPUT SCREEN
2. Select the design code from the list.
3. Click Next. This will save input data and open a new input
screen Design Settings where you can select your analysis and
design options.
Note: Depending on the code chosen, material factors and other design
parameters may need to be entered. These are entered on the Load
Combinations screen (Fig. 5.5-10). If you model in American or MKS
units only ACI318 codes are available.
5.5.2 Specify Base Non-Prestressed Reinforcement
This screen is used to specify base non-prestressed reinforcement (Fig.

5.5-2).
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FIGURE 5.5-2 BASE NON-PRESTRESSED REINFORCEMENT IPUT SCREEN
The program allows you to specify a base reinforcement that is taken into
consideration when designing the structure. You have an option to define
reinforcement as mesh or isolated bars. The position of a bar is defined
with distances of the first X1 and second X2 bar end to its immediate left
support.
For example Bar 3 starts at 0.8 of Span 2 and ends at 0.2 of Span 3.
The user can see the base reinforcement in the 3D Structure View window
as shown in Figure 5.5-3.
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Bars shown in plan
Bars shown in elevation
FIGURE 5.5-3 BASE REINFORCEMENT VIEW
5.5.3 Specify Allowable Stresses (PT mode only)
This screen is used to enter initial and final allowable stresses (Fig. 5.5-4).
FIGURE 5.5-4 CRITERIA-ALLOWABLE STRESSES INPUT SCREEN
Tension stresses are input as a multiple of the square root of fc,

compression stresses are entered as a multiple of fc. The values entered
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for final allowable stresses will be shown on the Stresses Compression and
Tension tab of the Recycle window.
PT Crack Design Mode/Allowable Crack Width
When the European EC2 code is selected as the design code, the
program includes an option for PT Crack Design Mode/Allowable
Crack Width in the Allowable Stress screen (Fig. 5.5-5). The user can
specify if the design is to be checked as an Uncracked or Cracked
design. If the option for Uncracked is selected, the options for
Unbonded (Quasi) and Bonded (Frequent) are grayed out and the RC
Sections (Quasi) option is active.
The program treats the Uncracked condition similar to those designs

performed using the ACI code where if the allowable stress is exceeded,
the design is No Good (NG) in the Recycler Screen and corrective action
must be taken to modify the tendon force and/or profile to achieve
acceptable fiber stresses.
For an Uncracked design, any design section that does not include post-
tensioning is considered a RC section. The program calculates and limits
cracking to the user specified value for allowable crack width by adding
reinforcement to the slab or beam.
If the option for Cracked is selected, the user can set allowable crack
widths for Unbonded (Quasi) and Bonded (Frequent) conditions, in
addition to the RC Sections option. If the allowable stress is exceeded for
either condition, the program will calculate and limit cracking to the user
specified value for allowable crack width by adding reinforcement to the
slab or beam.
FIGURE 5.5-5 CRITERIA PT CRACK DESIGN MODE
Crack widths and required reinforcement to limit crack widths are

calculated using methodology outlined in the EC2-2004 code.
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The program graphically reports allowable and calculated crack widths for
those combinations selected to be checked by the user (Fig. 5.5-6).
FIGURE 5.5-6 CRACK WIDTH DIAGRAM
5.5.4 Specify Recommended Post-Tensioning Values (PT mode only)
This screen allows the user to specify minimum and maximum values for
average pre-compression (P/A; total prestressing divided by gross cross-
sectional area) and percentage of dead load to balance (Wbal) (Fig. 5.5-7).
FIGURE 5.5-7 CRITERIA-RECOMMENDED POST-TENSIONING VALUES
These values are used by the program to determine the post-tensioning

requirements shown on the Tendon Forces and Heights tab of the Recycle
window. They are also used to determine the status of the Pmin/Pmax and
Wbal Min/ Max indicators on the Recycle window.
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If data is being entered for a one-way or two-way slab, the bottom of the
screen will ask for the maximum spacing between tendons. This is entered
as a multiple of the slab thickness (i.e. 8 x slab thickness). The program
does not check tendon spacing. However, this is something that must be
checked on the shop drawings. Tendon spacing is typically more of an
issue for detailing than design but on very thin, very lightly loaded slabs, it
may govern the design.
5.5.5 Specify Calculation Options (PT mode only)
This screen is used to select the post-tensioning design option (Fig. 5.5-8).
FIGURE 5.5-8 CRITERIA-CALCULATION OPTIONS INPUT SCREEN
The two options are Force Selection and Force/Tendon Selection. Force
Selection is the default option. In order to use Tendon Selection, the
Force/Tendon Selection option must be specified.
If Force/Tendon Selection is specified, the screen will prompt for the

information required to calculate the prestress losses. The values given as
defaults are fairly typical in the industry and should be used unless more
accurate information is available. Long-term losses may either be entered
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as a lump sum value, or the information required to calculate them may be

entered.
5.5.6 Specify Tendon Profile (PT mode only)
This screen allows the user to specify the tendon profiles (Fig. 5.5-9).
FIGURE 5.5-9 CRITERIA-TENDON PROFILE INPUT SCREEN
The parameters used to define the tendon are shown in the schematics at
the top of the screen. The profile and values shown, a reversed parabola
with the low point at mid-span and inflection points at span length/10, are
the defaults. These are typical industry defaults; they will be appropriate
for most designs with essentially uniform loading. Note that if a non-
standard profile, i.e. a low point at somewhere other than mid-span is
used, this must be clearly called out on the structural drawings. Transfer
girders and slabs with heavy concentrated loads may require a harped
profile. The low point is usually specified to coincide with the column
being transferred or the concentrated load.
Tendons in the model can have up to three different profiles. To define all
three profiles fill in data in the tables of tab Tendon A, Tendon B, and
Tendon C.
You have an option to define length and shape of tendon extension that
terminates at the interior of a member.
You have the option to select the option to set tendon ends using CG of
effective section. If left unchecked, the tendon ends will be set using the
CG of the gross cross-section.
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5.5.7 Specify Minimum Covers
This screen is used to specify minimum covers for both the post-
tensioning tendons and mild-steel reinforcement (Fig. 5.5-10).
FIGURE 5.5-10 CRITERIA COVER / CGS INPUT SCREEN
Note that the cover for the pre-stressing steel is specified to the center of
gravity of the strand (cgs) whereas, for mild steel, it is clear cover. For
in. strand, the clear cover on the tendon will be in. less than the distance
to the cgs. Only the Non-prestressed Reinforcement cover input applies to
designs performed in RC mode.
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5.5.8 Specify Minimum Bar Length
This screen is used to define how mild steel reinforcement bar lengths are
calculated (Fig. 5.5-11).
FIGURE 5.5-11 CRITERIA-MINIMUM BAR EXTENSION INPUT SCREEN
The values entered for cut-off lengths apply only to PT designs and are
used to calculate top and bottom bar lengths when minimum
reinforcement requirements govern. The lengths of bars required for
ultimate strength are calculated from the reinforcement necessary to
supplement post-tensioning at 1/20th points along each span. Bar lengths
for steel required for ultimate strength will include the specified extension
lengths. When performing designs in RC mode, only the development
length option for strength reinforcement is active and applicable.
5.5.9 Specify Load Combinations
This screen is used to define the load combination factors for service (PT
mode only), strength (ultimate), and initial load (PT mode only)
conditions. It also gives access to the input screens for lateral loads and
lateral loads combinations described in Section 5.3.2 and is used to enter
any applicable material factors or strength-reduction factors. The default
values depend on selected design code.
Note for RC mode, service combinations are inactive. The program

automatically calculates minimum reinforcement for RC systems based on
the design code selected and the system type. PT systems must be
checked for serviceability requirements of pre-compression, tensile and
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compressive stress and balanced loading for each service combination,

hence, load combinations for Service conditions are active.
PT mode
RC mode
FIGURE 5.5-12 CRITERIA- LOAD COMBINATION INPUT SCREEN
To define load combinations that include lateral loads check Include

lateral load option and click Set Values. The Lateral Input Data window
opens (Fig. 5.5-13).
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FIGURE 5.5-13 LATERAL INPUT DATA INPUT SCREEN
If you answer Yes to the Do lateral loads change sign? the program
will internally consider a new load combination with the modified sign of
lateral load and report results for it. PT to resist Factored Moment
option is used to specify the percentage of contribution of post-tensioning
to unbalanced moment due to lateral loads. Note that this option will not
be available if in the Design Settings window you select to disregard
contribution of prestressing in strength check.
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Chapter 6
PROGRAM EXECUTION
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PROGRAM EXECUTION Chapter 6
6 OVERVIEW
The program can be executed either by selecting the Execute item on the Main
Program window or clicking the Execute Analysis button, on the Main
Toolbar.
The program begins by reading the data files and performing a number of
preliminary data checks. If an error is detected, the program will stop and display
a message box indicating the most likely source of the error. The data consistency
checks are not exhaustive, however, which means that the user is ultimately
responsible for ensuring that the data is entered correctly.
In RC mode, when the model analysis is run, the program will directly run
through multiple calculations for the general frame analysis, deflections and
reinforcement and return to the Main Program window. The results can then be
viewed and/or printed.
In PT mode, the program can be executed in Automatic or Interactive mode. In

the automatic mode, the program attempts to select a post-tensioning force and
profile within the design bounds specified by the user. If a solution is possible, the
program will complete the calculations and return to the Main Program window.
The results can then be viewed and/or printed. If a satisfactory solution is not
possible, the program will display a message box, which describes the problem
and will switch to the interactive mode. The user can then decide whether it is
possible to change the original design criteria and continue with the design.
The automatic mode begins by assuming the maximum drape for each span and
determining the minimum force, which satisfies the maximum allowable tensile
stresses. The same force is used for all spans. The force is then adjusted to meet
the following requirements as specified by the user:
Minimum percentage of dead loading to balance for each span;

Minimum average precompression for each span; and,
Maximum spacing of tendons (applies only to slabs).
After these initial adjustments, each span is checked for compliance with the
following:
Maximum percentage of dead loading to balance: if the balanced

loading in any span exceeds the maximum percentage specified by the
user, the program adjusts the tendon drape in that span in order to
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lower the balanced loading. It then recalculates the balanced loading

and the related moments.
Average precompression and compressive stresses: if either the
average precompression or the compressive stresses exceed the
maximum permissible values, the program will stop and display a
message box. It then switches to the Interactive mode and displays the
Recycle window.
The interactive mode gives the user an opportunity to optimize the design by
adjusting the tendon forces and tendon drapes in each span. It can be executed
using either the Force Selection or Force/Tendon Selection mode.
The program begins by going through the same calculations that it goes through
for the Automatic mode. After it has determined an initial tendon force and profile
however, it displays the PT Recycling window shown in Fig. 6-1
FIGURE 6-1 PT RECYCLING WINDOW
The PT Recycling window is comprised of five tabs which display information

about the post-tensioning design, a Design Indicator box which summarizes the
status of the current design, a Status indicator and four control buttons: Recycle,
Recall, Graphs and Exit.
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6.1 PT RECYCLING WINDOW TABS
The PT Recycling Window tabs are:
Tendon Force & Heights Tab. This screen allows the user to select the
tendon profile, adjust the tendon heights and post-tensioning forces (Fig.
6.1-1).
FIGURE 6.1-1
The table lists the post-tensioning forces at the midpoint of each span, the
tendon heights at the left, center and right of each span, the average
precompression at mid-span (P/A mid) and the percentage of dead loading
balanced in each span (Wbal % DL) for current tendons and all tendons.
You can select either single tendon or multiple tendon paths for the force
selection method. You can select the particular tendon (A, B or C) to
evaluate when the Multiple Tendon Path is selected. If Single Tendon
Path is selected, then only Tendon A will remain as an option for the
analysis. For Multiple Tendon Path, the PT force must be the same for
each tendon group. The user can modify the calculated force reported in
PT Force per unit width and PT Force cells. For Single Tendon Path,
the PT force can vary along the length of the structure by entering unique
values in the cells.
Adjustments in tendon force, and/or tendon height may change the

average precompression and the percentage of dead load balanced. These
changes are reflected in the P/A and Wbal columns as the changes are
made. In order to see how the changes affect the stresses and average
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precompression at locations other than mid-span, however, it is necessary

to recycle the window.
The Typical Values Row option allows for the inclusion of a typical
values row in the Tendon force and height table. By activating this option,
values entered into the TYP row, followed by hitting the Enter key, are
populated into all of the cells in that column.
Required and Provided PT Force Tab. The PT forces tab shows the PT
forces provided in the left, center and right region of each span as well as
the forces required in each region for minimum P/A and allowable tensile
stresses (Fig. 6.1-2).
FIGURE 6.1-2
The post-tensioning force provided in each region is compared with the

governing minimum force in that region as shown on the Required Forces
tab. If the provided force does not envelop the required values, FORCE
NG (No Good) is displayed in the indicator box at the top of the screen.
Forces that are less than what is required will be highlighted in red in the
Provided PT Force columns.
Required PT Force Tab. This tab shows the required post-tensioning

forces for only the most recently calculated profile (Fig. 6.1-3).
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FIGURE 6.1-3
Note that all values in the tables are forces and that these forces refer to
the entire tributary width entered in the geometry input.
The window consists of three sections: The left (light blue) boxes display
the governing forces for the left, center and right region of each span. The
force selected for each region is the largest required force based on tensile
stresses in that region, minimum P/A and minimum percentage of dead
load to balance.
The middle (light yellow) boxes display the forces required for tensile
stresses. If the moments in a particular region are such that no
post-tensioning is required, a zero (0) is shown.
The first column of the right (light green) section is the post-tensioning
force required to satisfy the minimum average precompression specified
by the user, based on the members cross-sectional area at mid-span (P/A
mid). Average precompression P/A is not a function of the applied loading
or tendon profile.
The second column of the right section (Wbal %DL) is the force required
to provide an uplift equal to the minimum percentage of the total dead
load specified by the user. The force required for each span depends on the
tendon geometry and loading of that span. All the dead loads, including
superimposed dead load, are summed for each span, regardless of whether
they are self-weight, uniform or concentrated. Note that when calculating
Wbal for display on this screen, the downward tendon forces are not
included. This approximation is made only for the purposes of obtaining a
rapid screen display. The actual computations of moments and stresses
include all equivalent loads from each tendon.
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Extreme Fiber Stresses Tab. This tab shows the maximum tensile and
compressive stresses in the left, center and right regions of each span (Fig.
6.1-4).
FIGURE 6.1-4
The stresses are calculated at 1/20th points and the highest stress in each
region is displayed. If any of the stresses displayed are more than the
allowable value, they will be highlighted in red. If the stress at any of the
1/20th points exceeds the allowable value, an NG warning is displayed in
the indicator box. The location of the critical stress values can be
determined by looking at the Stresses Recycle graph.
Tensile stresses are shown as a ratio of the square root of the concrete
compressive strength at 28 days (fc1/2). Compressive stresses are shown
as a ratio of fc. The allowable stress values are shown for reference.
Tendon Selection and Extents Tab. This screen is used to edit tendons.
The options in this window will change depending on the PT selection
method you chose in recycling screen.
If you select Force selection, the screen will allow you to change the
stressing ends of all the tendons and tendon extents of additional tendons
B and C (Fig. 6.1-5). To change tendon extents, position the mouse cursor
over the tendon end and drag the end to its new location. To change
tendon ends (Stressing/Fixed), position the mouse cursor over the tendon
end, left-click while holding down Shift key. You can also use the table to
the side of the tendon layout to enter/change the locations of tendon types
B and C. These tendons must be at least 1 span length long, but can be
located anywhere along the length of the member. The values of the Left
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End location start at 0.0, at the far left end of the modeled structure, and
the Right End Location will vary, up to the number of spans modeled.
The table values will update as the mouse is used to change the tendon
extents graphically, and the graphical view will update if the values are
entered into the table.
FIGURE 6.1-5
If you select Tendon Selection, you will be able to edit the number of
tendons, change the length of short tendons and stressing ends (Fig. 6.1-
6).
FIGURE 6.1-6
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The tendon ends and extents can be modified as described above. In this
case, the table also shows the Average Force and Selected Number of
tendons for each tendon group. The average force in each strand is the
force after all losses. Note, however, that the average forces are not
actually used in the calculations. They are displayed to provide the user
with a measure of the relative efficiency of each strand type. You can edit
the number of strands per each tendon type, and the extents of the short
tendons. You can choose to anchor ends of short tendon types B and C at
the centroid of the concrete section. Once all changes have been made,
Recycle the screen to make sure all changes are included in the
calculations.
6.2 DESIGN INDICATOR BOX
FIGURE 6.2-1
The status of the current design is summarized and displayed in the Design
Indicator box at the top center of the Recycle window. Each design check is
identified as either OK or NG (No Good). For cracked designs performed using
the European code EC2, the program will also indicate if the calculated stress
exceeds the allowable tensile or compressive stress by CR (Cracked).
The items displayed in the Design Indicator Box are as follows:
Iteration No: # . Each time a force or tendon height is adjusted and

recycled, the program recalculates the related balanced loadings,
moments, stresses, average precompression and percent of dead load
balanced. Each set of calculations is referred to as a cycle. The number of
cycles executed for a particular design is shown in the Iteration block. In
most cases two to three cycles are adequate to arrive at an acceptable
solution. It is rarely necessary to exceed five cycles.
Weight of PT: ### Lb/ft2 or ### Kg/m2. The weight of post-tensioning

strand required to provide the selected forces is estimated and displayed in
either pounds per square feet or kilograms per square meter.
The weight is estimated as follows: The force supplied by each strand is

calculated based on its cross-sectional area and final effective stress, both
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of which are values input during data entry. The number of strands
required to provide the forces shown on the Tendon Forces and Heights
tab is then determined. The actual length of each strand is assumed to be
its calculated length plus 3 feet (1 meter) to allow for a stressing tail. If the
force changes between successive spans, it is assumed that the larger force
extends over the common support and the tendons are anchored at 1/5 of
the next span if otherwise specified by user. If the forces are modified, the
weight is recalculated and displayed after the window is recycled.
PT Force min OK PT Force max OK. This block compares the average
precompression at mid-span with the minimum and maximum values
entered by the user. If the average precompression is above or below the
specified limits, an NG is displayed.
Note that although the PT Force indicator considers the P/A all along the
span, this block only considers the P/A at mid-span. If the P/A is above or
below the specified limits in a support region, the Pmin and Pmax
indicators will show OK, however the PT Force indicator will show NG.
In two-way slabs with drops or transverse beams the cross-sectional area

at the supports will be much larger than the cross-section at mid-span.
Providing the minimum P/A at the supports may result in a much higher
PT force than necessary. The program determines the required force for
the min/max range based on the cross-sectional area at mid-span. This
may result in a precompressive stress at supports being lower than the
specified minimums.
The PT Forces tab (Fig. 6.1-2) shows the post-tensioning force required in
each of the three regions of each span.
Balanced DL Min OK, Balanced DL Max NG. The total upward force
of the tendon (Wbal) in each span is computed from the post-tensioning
force in span and the tendon geometry in the span. This upward force is
compared with the total dead loading on the respective span. An OK for
both Wbal Min and Wbal Max means that the ratio of balanced loading to
the total dead loading is within the limits specified by the user in all spans.
The percentage of dead load balanced in each span is shown on the
Tendon Force & Heights tab (6.1-1). The force required to balance the
specified minimum percentage of dead loading is shown on the Required
Forces tab (Fig. 6.1-3).
Stresses (service) or (initial): Tens OK, Comp NG. This block

compares the tensile and compressive stresses with the allowable values
specified by the user. The maximum stresses in each span are shown on
the Extreme Fiber Stresses tab (Fig. 6.1-4). If the compressive stress or
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tensile stress exceeds the allowable limits, the values will show in red in
that tab, as appropriate, under Sustained, Total or Initial load conditions.
In addition to this the program will prompt warning message (Fig. 6.2-2)
if the compressive stress exceeds allowable stress for the initial condition.
FIGURE 6.2-2
6.3 RECYCLE WINDOW CONTROL BUTTONS
The Recycle button causes the stresses and required forces along the
member to be recalculated based on the current tendon profile and
forces.
If changes are made to either the tendon profile or force in any span, the
status indicator at the top right of the Recycle window will begin to
flash. Once all of the changes are made, click on the Recycle button to
update all of the tabs, the Design Indicator box and the Recycle Graphs.
The Recall button allows the user to undo editing changes by recalling the
tendon forces and profile from the previous recycle. After selecting
Recall, the window must recycled again in order to update the tabs, the
Design Indicator box and the graphs. If the Single Tendon Path was
originally selected, with non-constant PT force, and then Multiple
Tendon path is selected, the program will give you the warning shown in
Fig 6.3-1. You have to click cancel and select single tendon path in
order to keep the non-constant PT force, If you click OK force will be
made constant due to multiple tendon path selection.
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FIGURE 6.3-1
The Graphs button displays a set of three graphs which provide detailed
information on the tendon profile, the tension and compression stresses
and the required versus provided post-tensioning forces. The Recycle
graphs are shown in Fig. 6.3-2.
The graphs are as follows:
Tendon Height. The Tendon Height graph can be used as a means of

verifying that the tendon profile is at least reasonable. This graph allows
the user to see the tendon profile either by itself or as it relates to the
member elevation (concrete outline). This can be helpful for finding
input errors such as a tendon profile that extends outside the member, or
a profile that is not continuous. The concrete outline shows all steps,
drop caps/panels, transverse beams and changes in thickness.
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FIGURE 6.3-2
Stresses. This graph plots the maximum compressive and tensile

stresses at the top and bottom face of the member. All types of
loadings can either be shown separately or combined. The
Display allowable/computed stresses options show the
combined stresses along with an envelope of the allowable
stresses. The graph provides easy interpretation of stress results
and clearly shows if stress limits are exceeded.
Post-tensioning. This graph shows the required and provided

post-tensioning force at 1/20th points along each span.
The graphs may be configured to show only certain spans and

values by clicking on the check boxes at the left of the window.
To maximize a graph for detailed viewing or change the display
options, right-click on the desired graph and use the editing menu
that opens up.
Selecting the Exit button closes the PT Recycling window and

starts calculations of internal forces, deflection and
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reinforcement based on the most recent tendon force and profile

selection. At the conclusion of the calculations, the user is
returned to the Main Program window. The Results Report, the
PT Summary Report and the Results Graphs may then be viewed
and/or printed.
Note: If force or profile adjustments are made and you did not click on
Recycle button before exiting, the program will automatically do a
Recycle.
6.4 PT SELECTION METHOD
If you select Force/Tendon Selection option in the Criteria - Calculation

Options screen you may choose between the Force selection and Tendon
selection modes in the PT Recycling window (Fig. 6.4-1)
FIGURE 6.4-1
6.4.1 Force Selection Method
It assumes that a tendon will be assigned a final and constant effective

force equal to the jacking force minus all stress losses expressed as a
single representative value.
6.4.2 Tendon Selection Method
The Tendon Selection method is a newer, more accurate procedure than

force selection method. In the Tendon Selection method, the post-
tensioning force is assumed to vary along the length of the tendon. The
variation accounts for stress losses in the tendon due to both immediate
and long-term effects. It also includes consideration of the interaction
between the various sources of loss. It is thus more accurate than
procedures which account for losses as a lump sum approximation.
In Tendon Selection mode, the actual number of strands, as opposed to

effective forces, may be specified. The user is able to see what the final
stresses will be and can adjust the number of strands, short tendon
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locations, the tendon profiles and the stressing ends as necessary. At each
design section along a span, the program performs an analysis based on
the post-tensioning force at that section. Consideration is given to both
short-term (friction, seating loss) and long-term (elastic shortening, creep,
shrinkage, and relaxation of the prestressing steel) stress losses.
If the tendon profile is altered, friction and long-term losses are

recalculated and the revised tendon forces are used for the computations.
If the tendon forces have changed significantly, however, the selected
profile may not be satisfactory. The solution thus becomes iterative since
subsequent changes to the profile will also result in changes to the tendon
forces. The iteration is automatically continued until an acceptable
solution is reached.
6.4.2.1 Description of Features
Tendon types. For each member, up to three tendon types, A, B,

and C, may be specified. Each type can be configured to have a
different length and different stressing/fixed ends. A given tendon
type may include one or more strands.
Figure 6.4-2(a) shows a five span beam with three different

tendon arrangements. Tendon A extends the entire length of the
beam and is stressed at both ends. It is shown in Fig. 6.4-2(b) as a
straight line with two arrowheads representing the stressing ends.
The other two tendon types, B and C, start at either end of the
beam and extend only part way through the member. The short
vertical lines signify a fixed (non-stressing) end.
Figure 6.4-2(c) illustrates the shapes that the different tendon

types can assume. Tendon type A must extend from one end of the
member to the other. It can be stressed at one or both ends.
Tendons types B and C can be configured the same as A, the same
as one another, or completely different. They can be stressed at one
or both ends. So long as Tendon types B and C are located in at
least one span, the tendons ends can be anchored internally and are
not required to be fixed at one end.
Under normal conditions, the three tendon types will be configured

differently. A post-tensioned member may not need all the three
tendon types, however. Many members have only a Type A
tendon. Type B and C tendons are typically configured to provide
additional post-tensioning in end spans if necessary.
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FIGURE 6.4-2
The number of strands in each type of tendon, and consequently

the force in each tendon will usually be different. Tendons can
have different profiles.
Stress Loss Calculations. There are two types of prestress losses:
Immediate losses which occur at the time the tendon is

stressed, and
Long-term losses which may continue for several years.
The final effective force in the tendon is the jacking force minus all
losses.
The immediate losses, friction and anchorage seating, are

calculated based on the user-input friction parameters together with
the tendons profile and stressing configuration. The stress in the
tendon immediately after it is seated, with due allowance for
friction and seating loss, is referred to as the initial or lock-off
stress. Although friction coefficients are different for grouted
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(bonded) and unbonded systems, the friction loss computations are

essentially the same.
There are three options for long-term stress loss calculations:
Lump sum entry. A lump sum value may be calculated

by the user and entered during data input. The effective
stresses in the tendon are calculated by subtracting this
value from the initial stresses. Since the friction and
seating losses cause the initial stresses to vary along the
tendon, the effective stresses will also vary.
Long-Term Loss calculations for unbonded tendons.
For unbonded tendons, the strain in the tendon at any
given point is not directly related to the local strain in
the concrete. The program can calculate an average
long-term loss value for the entire tendon based on the
average precompression in the member and expected
losses due to shrinkage, creep, elastic shortening and
relaxation of the prestressing steel. The effective
stresses in the tendon are calculated by subtracting the
average long-term loss value from the initial stresses.
Long-Term Loss computation for grouted tendons.
Long-term stress losses in grouted tendons are a
function of the local strain in the concrete. Long-term
losses are thus computed at 1/20th points along the
tendon. The effective stress at each point is the jacking
stress minus the friction, seating loss and long-term
stress losses at that point. The long-term losses are
stored in the file LTLOSS.DAT. This is a text file and
can be viewed with any text editor or word processor.
6.4.2.2 Description of Execution
The Tendon Selection & Extents tab (Fig. 6.4-3) becomes active
when the Tendon Selection mode is chosen.
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FIGURE 6.4-3
The right side of the tab shows the average force in each strand and
the number of strands selected for each tendon type. The average
force in each strand is the force after all losses. Note however that
the average forces are not actually used in the calculations. They
are displayed to provide the user with a measure of the relative
efficiency of each strand type
The left side of this screen shows a symbolic representation of the

spans and the tendon layout. The default layout is a Type A
continuous tendon stressed at both ends of the member, a Type B
tendon stressed from the left and extending over the leftmost span
and a Type C tendon stressed from the right and extending over the
rightmost span.
You can edit the post-tensioning layout by:
o Adjusting the tendon profiles. Tendon heights are edited

on the Tendon Force & Heights tab. Note that when the
Tendon Selection option is active, you cannot access the
Force column on this tab. In the Tendon Selection option,
forces are calculated based on the number of strands and
the final stresses in the strand.
o Editing the number of strands in a tendon type. The

number of strands to use for each tendon type is shown in
the Selected Number column. These numbers may be
changed independently of one another. To delete a tendon
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type, set the number of strands to zero. To add a tendon

type, enter the number of strands to use for that type.
o Changing the stressing ends and/or extent of the

tendons. To change a tendon end from dead to stressing or
stressing to dead, hold down the Shift key and left click
once at the end of the tendon. Clicking a second time will
change the tendon back to its original configuration. Note
that the tendon must have at least one stressing end. To
change the extent of a Type B or C tendon, position the
cursor over the tendon end, hold down the left mouse
button and drag the end to the desired location. The table to
the side of the tendon layout can also be used to change the
location of tendon types B or C. These shorter tendons
must be at least 1 span length long, but can be located
anywhere along the length of the member. The table will
automatically update as the mouse is used to update the
tendon extents graphically, and the graphical view will
update if the values are entered into the table.
If any changes are made to the tendon profiles or number of

strands, the window must be recycled to recalculate the force
provided. There is no limit on the number of changes that can be
made or the number of times the window can be recycled. Once an
acceptable post-tensioning layout has been determined, select Exit
to continue with the calculations.
Clicking on the Force Selection button at the top of the Recycle

Window will toggle the program back to the Force Selection mode.
Any changes that have been made while in the Tendon Selection
mode will be reflected in the forces shown on the Tendon Force &
Heights tab.
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After the analysis is executed a graphical report can be generated. The ADAPT
BuilderSum module opens and enables you to generate comprehensive graphical
reports for each ADAPT-PT/RC run. You have an option to display and print
results graphs for each load combination and generate a report that summarizes all
post-tensioning parameters, rebar requirements and shear checks on a single page
of output.
7.1 ADAPT-BUILDERSUM SCREEN
To invoke ADAPT BuilderSum, click on the Open the BuilderSum button, , or

select the PT or RC Sumary menu item from the View menu in the Main program
window. The window will open as shown in Figure 7.1-1.
BuilderSum Menu bar

BuilderSum Title bar
BuilderSum Toolbar
Combination List
Status bar
FIGURE 7.1-1
BuilderSum Title Bar. Contains program name, and name and location of the
opened file.
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BuilderSum Menu bar. Menu bar lists all available menus in ADAPT-
BuilderSum module.
BuilderSum Toolbar. This toolbar contains all available tools in the ADAPT-
BuilderSum screen.
Status Bar. Status bar gives you information about units, current date and time.
Combination List. This is a drop down list that contains all available load
combinations.
7.2 ADAPT-BUILDERSUM MENU ITEMS AND CORRESPONDING TOOLS
All options that can be accessed by the BuilderSum program menus are listed
below. For the commands that might be activated using the toolbar, the
appropriate icon is displayed next to the feature.
7.2.1 File Menu
Export Graph. Allows you to export the currently active result graph or
summary report as either a bitmap (.BMP) file or a Windows metafile
(.WMF). The graph or report must first be set up with the desired
information and in the desired format.
Export to DXF File. Allows you to export the tendon profiles to a

Drawing Exchange Format (DXF) file. If installed on your computer,
AutoCAD will launch and the file will automatically open after the file is
created.
Print. This tool prints active result graph with frame containing project
information or active Summary Report.
When you print a graph the program will display the Print Graphs Option
screen (Fig. 7.2-1) where you have an option to select sheet orientation
and add additional comments that will appear at the bottom of the graph
(Fig. 7.2-2).
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FIGURE 7.2-1
FIGURE 7.2-2
Page/Print Setup. This option allows you to specify the printer, set the
margins or the orientation of the reports.
Exit. Exits the BuilderSum Module.
7.2.2 Graphs Menu
Summary. When you select this option the Summary Report window will
open with a default format for the Summary report as shown in Fig. 7.3-1.
View All Graphs. This option will show all available graphs for selected
load combination or envelope.
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Forces Diagram. This tool displays forces diagram for selected load
combination or envelope (Fig. 7.2-3).
FIGURE 7.2-3
Moment Diagram. This tool displays bending moment diagram for

selected load combination or envelope (Fig. 7.2-4).
FIGURE 7.2-4
Stresses Diagram (PT mode only). Displays calculated stresses for

selected initial or service load combinations (Fig. 7.2-5).
Note: this tool will not be active if you select strength load combinations.
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FIGURE 7.2-5
Rebar Diagram. Displays calculated rebar for the selected load

combination or envelope. The graph shows required rebar calculated at
1/20th points and provided rebar (Fig. 7.2-6).
FIGURE 7.2-6
Crack Width. Displays allowable and actual crack width diagrams for
Unbonded (Quasi) and/or Bonded (Frequent) load combinations when user
defined for prestressed designs performed with the European code EC2.
For RC designs using the same code, the allowable and actual crack width
diagrams are generated for the Quasi-permanent load combination. (Fig.
7.2-7).
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FIGURE 7.2-7
7.2.3 Options Menu
Summary options. Displays summary report setup window (Fig. 7.3-2

(a)-(c)). It has the same function as Report Setup button, , on the Span
Selection toolbar.
Graph properties. Configures the graphs generated by the program.

Options include whether to include X and Y gridlines, min/max data
points and a legend.
7.2.4 Window Menu
This menu lists which of the graph windows are open. The graphs may be
stacked vertically for scrolling, or the windows may be cascaded.
7.2.5 Help Menu
Documentation. Opens the folder where documentation is stored on the

local machine.
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7.3 PT SUMMARY REPORT
The Figure 7.3-1 shows Summary report as it opens once you select Summary
from Graphs menu, or click on Summary report button, , in the main toolbar.
FIGURE 7.3-1
The format of Summary report can be modified using the Span Selection Toolbar.
With this toolbar you can select which of the data blocks to print, or you can
recalculate the mild steel requirements using a bar size which is different from
what was initially specified in the ADAPT run. In addition, you can select to print
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the report in color or black-and-white, portrait or landscape, and on a variety of

paper sizes. After the data blocks are selected, the report is automatically rescaled
to fit the specified paper size. The following is the description of the Span
Selection Toolbar.
Span Selection Toolbar
Report Setup. To specify what information to print, select the Report

Setup. A window with three tabs will appear. Figure 7.3-2 (A-C) shows
these three tabs:
Use the check boxes on the Sections to be printed tab to select which
data blocks to print.
FIGURE 7.3-2A
Use the Rebar Selection tab to change the bar sizes or bar system
used for top and bottom reinforcing steel.
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FIGURE 7.3-2B
The bar system used for the ADAPT-PT/RC analysis is determined

according to the design code selected during data input. The preferred
bar size is also specified during data input. Although these will be used
as defaults for the Summary Report, both the bar system and bar size
can be changed.
All of the bars systems shown on the Rebar Selection tab (ASTM - US
Customary, ASTM - US SI, Euro or CSA) are available, no matter
what design code was used for the ADAPT-PT/RC run. First, select
the desired bar system. Then, specify the top and bottom bar size from
the pull-down list of bar sizes available for that bar system. Click on
Apply to recalculate the mild steel reinforcing requirements with the
new bar sizes.
To go back to the bar system and sizes in the original ADAPT-PT/RC

run, select the Use Input Data as Default option. Click on Apply to
recalculate the number of bars required.
Use the Designers Notes tab to input notes that will be printed at the
bottom of the report.
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FIGURE 7.3-2C
Click on the Apply button to apply the selected options to the report.
Page Setup. This tool gives you an option to print your report in portrait
or landscape.
Color Settings. The tool gives you an option to print your report in color
or black-and-white. his will change the color setup on both the screen and
the printout.
Zoom options. The Zoom buttons can be used to adjust the size of the
report on the screen.
Spans selection. Allows you to format the report to include certain spans.
From the left drop down list select first span and from the right drop down
list specify last span that you want to include in the Summary Report.
The following is a description of the data blocks that can be included in the
Summary Report:
Data Block 1 - General Project Information
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Data block 1 contains the General and Specific titles entered during data input.
Data Block 2 Member Elevation
Data block 2 contains an elevation view of the member with span dimensions. It
also includes a graphical representation of the tendon profile that shows inflection
points and low points. An elevation view of the member, including all drops and
steps, with span lengths and the post-tensioning tendon profile, including
inflection points and low points.
Data Block 3 Top Rebar
Data block 3 reports the amount and length of rebar required at the top of the
member. The rebar shown is the larger of the steel required to withstand the
negative moment demand and code-specified minima.
If the steel required is controlled by the negative-moment demand, the bar lengths
are based on the required rebar quantities at 1/20th points. The selected rebar is
calculated as two lengths in an effort to minimize material requirements. This is
particularly helpful for cases where rebar requirements vary and a large amount of
reinforcing is required over a short section of the span. In these cases, using bars
that are all the same length might be an unnecessary waste of materials.
Note that the steel selected by the program is only one of several acceptable
design solutions. Space has been provided in this data block for the designer to
provide alternate information on rebar quantity, size and length. The designer may
also use this space to write in any additional notes or remarks pertaining to the
rebar.
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Data Block 4 Tendon Profile
Data block 4 shows an elevation view of the tendon profile. Tendon control points
are marked and their heights with respect to the reference line are given. If the
computer run was done in the Force Selection mode, the program shows the total
post-tensioning force in each span. If the Tendon Selection option was used, the
elevation view also includes the total number of tendons, the location of all dead
and live stressing ends, and any added tendons. Heights of tendon control points
with respect to the reference line and the total post-tensioning force or total
number of strands specified for each span. This block also reports the total
force/width for each span. If a span is segmented, the program uses the mid-span
width for the calculation.
Data Block 5 Bottom Rebar
Data block 5 reports the amount and length of rebar required at the bottom of the
member. The format is the same as data block 3 Top Rebar.
Data Block 6 Required & Provided Bars
Data block 6 plots the rebar required and provided for the top and bottom of the
section at each 1/20th point. The maximum required areas of steel required for the
top and bottom of each span are also shown.
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Data Block 7 Shear Stirrups / Punching Shear(One-Way Shear)
For beams, data block 7 reports the stirrup size and spacing based on user input
during data entry. The spacing shown is the maximum spacing along the different
segments of the span. The data block also includes a bar graph of the area of shear
reinforcement required along each span.
This block is typically not included on reports for one-way slabs since shear
reinforcement is seldom required. Although this block may indicate that shear
reinforcement is required at the supports for a one-way slab, a review of the
Results Report will show that this is for beams only.
Note: the shear diagram is only available for strength and envelope load
combinations.
Data Block 7 Shear Stirrups / Punching Shear(Two-way Shear)
For two-way slabs, data block 7 plots an elevation view of the model, which
indicates the punching shear stress ratio at each support and states whether the
stress ratio is acceptable per the specified code. Note: This block is available only
if you select Envelope from the drop down list of load combinations on the Main
toolbar.
Data Block 8 Legend
Data block 8 identifies the symbols used to indicate stressing and dead ends.
Note, however, that the stressing and dead ends are only shown when the Tendon
Selection option has been used for the analysis. The legend is not applicable if
Force Selection was used.
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Data Block 9 Design Parameters
Data block 9 reports the following design parameters used in the ADAPT-PT/RC
run:
Design Code
Concrete strength, fc
Mild steel yield strength, fy for longitudinal and shear reinforcement
Ultimate tendon strength, fpu (PT mode only)
Minimum Top and Bottom rebar cover

Rebar Table
Data Block Design 10 Material Quantities
Data block 10 reports the following design parameters used in the ADAPT-
PT/RC run:
Concrete: Total volume and area covered

Mild Steel: Total weight of rebar
Prestressing Steel: Total weight of tendons (PT mode only)
Data Block 10 Designers Notes
Data block 10 contains notes added by the designer. The entry in this box will be
used on future runs and future projects until it is cleared. To clear the notes, select
Clear and then click on Apply in the Designers Notes tab of Report Setup.
The Summary Report can be viewed in final form on the screen. It can then be
printed or saved as either a .WMF or .BMP or copied and pasted to a word
processor. If it is saved as a file, it can be inserted into contract documents,
calculation packages or structural drawings.
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7.4 EXPORT TO DXF FILE
The DXF export feature will allow users to graphically extract relevant tendon
(PT mode only), longitudinal reinforcement and shear reinforcement information
from their ADAPT-PT/RC models.
The DXF feature includes options to customize drawing parameters, tendon

properties and attributes, tendon placement parameters, reinforcement type
selection, reinforcement drawing arrangement and reinforcement/tendon
visualization parameters. The drawings for tendons, longitudinal reinforcement
and shear reinforcement can be arranged as an overlaid or stacked profile.
The Figure 7.4-1 shows the export to DXF input dialogue. This window will
open once you select Export to DXF file from the File menu, or click on Export to
DXF file button, , in the main toolbar.
The Drawing Title will be displayed on the top of the drawing file. The default
name of the file will be the name of the ADAPT-PT/RC model.dxf. To change
the name of the file, click the Change File button to define the new name of the
drawing you are creating, then click Create DXF button to create the drawing file
and launch AutoCAD.
FIGURE 7.4-1
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8 OVERVIEW
This section describes in detail the reports generated by the ADAPT-PT/RC

Report Generator for one-way slabs, two-way slabs, and beams. It is a useful tool
in compiling customized, standard reports for your designs or those who review
structural designs performed using ADAPT-PT/RC 2014.
The material presented identifies the program input parameters by the user, the
parameters which the user may edit during the execution of the program, and
results computed by ADAPT-PT/RC. The reports clearly differentiates between
those values input by the user from those calculated by the program.
Each report option is subdivided into sections. Each section is given a unique
identification number. The report consists of those sections that are selected by
the user. The user has control over which report sections can be included in the
production of a single report. Customized reports can be saved as templates and
recalled for future use each time the Report Generator is opened.
8.1 REPORT GENERATOR SCREEN
To create a report click on the Report Setup button, on the Main toolbar. The
Report Generator window opens (Fig. 8.1-1).
FIGURE 8.1-1 REPORT GENERATOR SCREEN
The following is the description of items included in the Report Generator:
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List of All Sections. Includes a collapsible tree that lists the sections available to
be included in a report. To expand the report section, click on the + tab. To
select a section, check the box in front the section. Note that if a main report
section is checked, all sub-sections will be included in the report. To exclude the
section deselect the box. If a report section does not apply to the results for the
specific model type, the section will not be available in the Report Generator. For
example, if your structural system is a beam, the punching shear report (Section
13) will not be available.
List of Selected Sections. Lists all sections that were selected to be included in a
report.
. Removes the highlighted selection from the drop down list.
. Saves the current set of sections to a custom report in the

drop down list.
. Saves the current set of sections as the default report.
. Generates a report and displays them in rich text format

(.RTF) when completed.
. Opens a list of reports that have previously been saved to the

last file location.
. Allows you to customize report footer and cover page with

specific company information.
. Exits Report Generator and goes back to the ADAPT Main program
window.
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8.2 HOW TO CREATE REPORT
To create reports, go through the following steps:
1. First set the report to show your company information when you create
the report documents. To do so click on button.

The Company Information dialog box opens.
FIGURE 8.2-1
In the Company Information edit box, specify the text that you
would like to include in the footer of each page of your report. To
upload the companys logo, click on the Browse button and upload
Bitmap or JPEG file of your logo. The logo will show on the report
cover page. Once you set up your company information the program
will use it whenever you create new reports. If left blank, the program
will use default ADAPT information.
2. Click OK to close Company Information edit box.
3. In the Report Generator tree, select the sections that you would like
to include in your report. The selection will appear at the right side of
the window in the List of Selected Sections.
4. Click on button. The program will ask you to

specify name and location where you would like to save your report.
The default location is the .ADB file folder where your project is
saved.
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5. Click OK. The program will start generating the report. Once
completed, the program will open the report in rich text format. The
report content will include sections you selected and they will be
shown in default program settings. You will be able to modify it as
you wish.
8.3 DESCRIPTION OF REPORT SECTIONS
The main report sections available are:
Report cover page

Table of contents
Concise report
Tabular report-compact
Tabular report-detailed
Graphical reports
Legend
The following explains each of these sections:
8.3.1 Report Cover Page
The program-generated cover page will contain a company logo, title,

bitmap of a 3D structure view, and date (Fig. 8.3-1). The cover page will
be created only if you select the Report Cover option from the list of
sections.
Your company logo will appear at the top of the report cover page and will
show the bitmap or JPEG file that you uploaded (Fig 8.2-1). The default
cover page title will be the Generic title and Specific title of your project
that you specified in the General Settings window of PT or RC Input.
While in PT or RC Input you can set the structure view as you want it to
appear on the cover page of your report. When you exit PT or RC Input
(click on Close button, or click Execute), the program will take a screen
shot of the 3D structure and show it on the cover page. At the bottom of
the cover page the program shows the date when you created report.
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FIGURE 8.3-1 REPORT COVER PAGE
8.3.2 Table of Contents
To include a table of contents with your report, select the Table of

Contents section in the Report Generator tree. The table will contain only
sections that were selected by user and listed in the Selected Sections of
the Report Generator window. The following table includes all sections
available in ADAPT-PT/RC report. Note that some sections may not
apply to RC designs using RC mode.
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TABLE OF CONTENT:
Concise Report
A. - Project Design Parameters and Load Combinations

A.1 - Project Design Parameters
A.2 - Load Combinations
B. - Design Strip Report Multi-span segmented beam frame system

B.1 - Geometry
B.2 - Applied Loads
B.3 - Design Moments
Envelope
B.4 - Tendon Profile
B.5 - Stress check / Code check
Envelope
B.6 - Rebar Report
B.7 - Punching Shear
B.8 - Deflection
B.9 - Quantities
Tabular Reports - Compact
1 - User Specified General Analysis and Design Parameters
2 - Input Geometry
2.1 - Principal Span Data of Uniform Spans
2.2 - Detailed Data for Nonuniform Spans
2.3 - Effective Width Data of Uniform Spans
2.4 - Effective Width Data for Non-Uniform Spans
2.7 - Support Width and Column Data
3 - Input Applied Loading

3.1 - Loading As Appears in User's Input Screen
3.2 - Compiled Loads
4 - Calculated Section Properties

4.1 - Section Properties of Uniform Spans and Cantilevers
4.2 - Section Properties for Non-Uniform Spans
5 - Moments, Shears and Reactions

5.1 - Span Moments and Shears (Excluding Live Load)
5.2 - Reactions and Column Moments (Excluding Live Load)
5.3 - Span Moments and Shears (Live Load)
5.4 - Reactions and Column Moments (Live Load)
6 - Moments Reduced to Face of Support

6.1 - Reduced Moments at Face of Support (Excluding Live Load)
6.2 - Reduced Moments at Face of Support (Live Load)
7 - Selected Post-Tensioning Forces and Tendon Profiles

7.1 - Tendon Profile
7.2 - Selected Post-Tensioning Forces and Tendon Drape
7.4 - Required Minimum Post-Tensioning Forces
7.5 - Service Stresses
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7.6 - Post-Tensioning Balance Moments, Shears and Reactions
8 - Factored Moments and Reactions Envelope

8.1 - Factored Design Moments (Not Redistributed)
8.2 - Reactions and Column Moments
8.3 - Secondary Moments
10 - Mild Steel (No Redistribution)

10.1 - Required Rebar
10.1.1 - Total Strip Required Rebar
10.2 - Provided Rebar
10.2.1 - Total Strip Provided Rebar
10.2.2 - Total Strip Steel Disposition
12 - Shear Reinforcement
12.1 - Shear Calculation Envelope
14 - Deflections
14.1 - Maximum Span Deflections
14.3 - Maximum Span Deflections
15 - Friction, Elongation and Longterm Losses

15.1 - Input Parameters
15.2 - Longterm Losses
15.3 - Friction and Longterm Loss Calculation
15.4 - Summary
15.5 - Critical Stress Ratios
Tabular Reports - Detailed
21 - Tendon Heights
22 - Post-Tensioning Balanced Loading
23 - Detailed Moments
24 - Detailed Shears
25 - Factored Moments and Reactions
27 - Detailed Stresses
28 - Required Post-Tensioning
29 - Detailed Rebar
31 - Detailed Friction and Longterm Stress Losses
34 - Demand Moment and Moment Capacity

34.2 - Based on Designed Values
35 - Detailed Deflections
35.1 - Detailed Deflections
35.3 - Detailed Deflections
36 - Detailed Deflections Live Load
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36.1 - Detailed Deflections Live Load

36.3 - Detailed Deflections Live Load
Graphical Reports
PT-Force
PT-Profile
Deflection
Load Cases
Self-weight
Super Imposed Dead
Live
Other
Prestressing
Hyper-Static
Load Combinations
SERVICE_1_Min_LL
SERVICE_1_Max_LL
SERVICE_2_Min_LL
SERVICE_2_Max_LL
STRENGTH_1_Min_LL
STRENGTH_1_Max_LL
INITIAL_MIN_LL
INITIAL_MAX_LL
Cracking_Moment
Envelope
Legend
8.3.3 Concise Report
The concise report is the short version of the report that includes all
information necessary to describe project input and results.
Sections of concise report are:
o Project Design Parameters and Load Combinations

o Design Strip Report System type
Project Design Parameters and Load Combinations includes information

common to the entire project and can be printed as verification that data in
design criteria was properly entered into the program. This option
includes:
o Material properties
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o Covers
o Design Code
o Design Settings
o Allowable stresses (PT mode only)
o Post-tensioning parameters (PT mode only)
o Load combinations
o Other common entries for all support lines.
Design Strip Report includes:
o Definition of geometry (annotated graphics)

o Applied loads (annotated graphics)
o Tendon layout and values (graphics) with information on force,
tendon height (PT mode only)
o Stress check results (PT mode only)
o Rebar report
o Punching shear
o Deflection graph
o Quantities
The following is the example of concise report:
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A. Design Parameters and Load Combinations
A.1 Project Design Parameters
Parameter Value Parameter Value

Concrete Fy (Shear reinforcement) 66.72 ksi
F'c for BEAMS/SLABS 4061.00 psi Minimum Cover at TOP 1.50 in
F'ci for BEAMS/SLABS 3045.80 psi Minimum Cover at BOTTOM 1.50 in
For COLUMNS/WALLS 4061.00 psi Post-tensioning
Ec for BEAMS/SLABS 3607.00 ksi SYSTEM UNBONDED
For COLUMNS/WALLS 3607.00 ksi Fpu 269.77 ksi
CREEP factor 2.00 Fse 174.04 ksi
CONCRETE WEIGHT NORMAL Strand area 0.153 in 2
UNIT WEIGHT 150.00 pcf Min CGS from TOP 2.00 in
Tension stress limits / (f'c)1/2 Min CGS from BOT for interior 2.00 in
spans
At Top 6.000 Min CGS from BOT for exterior 2.00 in
spans
At Bottom 6.000 Min average precompression 149.39 psi
Compression stress limits / f'c Max spacing / slab depth 8.00
At all locations 0.450 Analysis and design options
Tension stress limits (initial) / Structural system BEAM
(f'c)1/2
At Top 3.000 Moment of Inertia over support is NOT
INCREASED
At Bottom 3.000 Moments reduced to face of YES
support
Compression stress limits (initial) / Moment Redistribution NO
f'c
At all locations 0.600 Effective flange width YES
consideration
Reinforcement Effective flange width ACI-318
implementation method
Fy (Main bars) 66.72 ksi DESIGN CODE SELECTED American-ACI318
(2011)/IBC 2012
A.2 Load Combinations

Strength load combinations
1. 1.2 SW + 1.6 LL + 1.2 SDL + 1.6 X + 1 HYP
Service load combinations

Sustained Load
1. 1 SW + 0.3 LL + 1 SDL + 0.3 X + 1 PT
Total Load
2. 1 SW + 1 LL + 1 SDL + 1 X + 1 PT
Initial load combinations

1 SW + 1.15 PT
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B. Design Strip Report: Multi-span segmented beam frame system

B.1 Geometry
- Plan
- Elevation
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B.2 Applied loads
- Superimposed Dead Load
- Live Load
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B.3 Design Moment
LOAD COMBINATION: Envelope
Moment Diagrams
Project: "ADAPT-PTRC 2014 Release Video" / Load Case: Envelope
Moment Drawn on Tension Side
Bending Max Strength Bending Min Strength Bending Max Service
Bending Min Service Bending Pos Moment Bending Neg Moment

-800
-600
-400
-200
Moment [k-ft]
200
400
600
800
Span 1 Span 2 Span 3 Span 4
DESIGN MOMENT
(Moment is drawn on tension side)
B.4 Tendon Profile
Tendon Height Diagram

File: PTRC_2014_Release_Video
25
20
Tendon Height [in]
15
10
0
POST-TENSIONING
PROFILE
B.5 Stress check results / Code check
LOAD COMBINATION: Envelope
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Stress Diagrams
Tensile Stress Positive
Allowable Stresses Top Max Top Min

50
-50
-100
-150
Stress [psi]
-200
-250
-300
-350
-400
-450
-500
Stress Diagrams
Tensile Stress Positive
Allowable Stresses Bottom Max Bottom Min

500
400
300
200
100
Stress [psi]
0
-100
-200
-300
-400
-500
-600
-700
SERVICE COMBINATION STRESSES

(Tension stress positive)
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B.6 Rebar Report
Total Strip Provided Rebar

Span ID Location From Quantity Size Length Area
ft ft in2
1 1 TOP 0.00 8 5 6.00 2.48
1 2 TOP 22.80 9 5 13.00 2.79
2 3 TOP 28.00 9 5 14.00 2.79
3 4 TOP 28.00 9 5 13.00 2.79
4 5 TOP 22.80 8 5 6.00 2.48
1 6 BOT 0.00 1 8 3.00 0.79
1 7 BOT 8.55 2 8 11.50 1.58
1 8 BOT 24.23 2 8 9.50 1.58
2 9 BOT 10.50 2 8 14.00 1.58
2 10 BOT 29.75 2 8 10.50 1.58
3 11 BOT 10.50 2 8 14.00 1.58
3 12 BOT 29.75 2 8 9.50 1.58
4 13 BOT 8.55 2 8 11.50 1.58
4 14 BOT 25.65 1 8 3.00 0.79
1 16 BOT 25.65 1 8 6.50 0.79
2 17 BOT 31.50 1 8 7.00 0.79
3 18 BOT 31.50 1 8 6.50 0.79
B.8 Deflection
Deflection Diagrams
File: PTRC_2014_Release_Video
Service Env. Max Total Service Env. Min Total
-0.16
-0.14
-0.12
-0.10
Deflection [in]
-0.08
-0.06
-0.04
-0.02
DEFLECTION
B.9 Quantities
CONCRETE
Total volume of concrete = 1552.21ft3 (57.49 yd3)
Area covered = 2423.33 ft2
MILD STEEL
Total weight of rebar = 985.05 lbs
Average rebar usage = 0.41 psf, 0.63 pcf
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PRESTRESSING MATERIAL
Total weight of tendon = 680.9 lb
Average tendon usage = 0.28 psf, 0.44 pcf
8.3.3 Compact Report
The compact report consists of the mirror image of user input, plus a tabular listing of
critical information, such as post-tensioning and reinforcement, necessary for preparation
of structural drawings. Also, it includes values of actions, such as moments, shears and
stresses at left, center, and right of each span.
The following is the description of the available report sections:
8.3.4.1 Section 1- User Specified General Analysis and Design

Parameters
This data block reflects the users input in the selection of design
parameters and design options. Some options related to post-
tensioning may not be shown if the design is made in RC mode.
The following are parameters which enter the computations as

recommended initial values, but can be edited during the execution
of the program. The final values are listed in the output section of
the report. These parameters apply only to PT mode.
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Tendon CGS (Center of Gravity of Strand) at top of support

and mid-spans: these are the user-suggested values. The
actual cover used in the calculations, as modified by the
user in the Recycle Window, are listed in Section 7 of the
report.
Minimum average precompression shows the value set by
the user. The actual average post-tensioning is listed in
Section 7 of the report.
Max spacing between strands is also entered by the user.
Refer to Section 7 where the force provided by each tendon
reveals whether or not this postulation is adhered to.
Tension stress limits are defined as multiples of the (fc)1/2.
Based on these values, the required post-tensioning along
the member is determined. Specifying a set of permissible
values in this data block is no guarantee that the final
stresses are, in fact, equal or less than the limits stated.
During execution in the Recycle Window the user may
overwrite the previously set stress limits with the selected
post-tensioning. The actual stresses are reported in data
sections Section 7 of the report.
The following input data cannot be altered during the execution of

the program:
Reinforcement: This data block refers to the non-

prestressed reinforcement in the beam/slab. The values for
beam stirrups, where applicable, are given in Section 12 of
the report.
Post-tensioning system: indicates the users selection
between grouted (bonded) or unbonded post-tensioning.
The average effective stress in a strand (fse) is the users
estimate of the stress in a strand after all losses have taken
place. This value is used in the determination of the
ultimate strength of a section if the force selection option
of the program is used. It affects the amount of
supplemental rebar which may be required to meet the
strength stipulations of a section. If the variable force
option (tendon selection) is used, the program does not use
this value. It calculates that actual stress in the stand at each
design section.
Analysis option used: If the answer to moments reduced to
face-of-support is YES, it indicates that the calculated
centerline moments at each support are adjusted to face-of-
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support. In addition to the centerline moments, ADAPT

prints out the moments reduced to face-of-support. Refer to
moment data blocks for the description of printed values.
Moment of Inertia over support: The beam or slab region
over the width of a support (columns or walls) exhibits a
greater stiffness than the unsupported regions. ADAPT has
an option to allow for this greater stiffness by increasing
the moment of inertia of region over the support. The
increase is determined by a relationship proposed in ACI-
318.
8.3.4.2 Section 2: Input Geometry
This data block reports model geometry as input by the user. It

includes basic span geometry, effective width used in calculations,
drop can, drop panel, transfer beam dimensions as well as support
width and column dimensions. The geometry is described as
follows:
2.1 Principal Span Data of Uniform Spans. This section is

available only if the user selects conventional geometry input.
Span Form Length Width Depth TF Width TF Thick. BF/MF BF/MF Rh Right Mult. Left Mult.
Width Thick.
ft in In in in in in in
1 1 19.17 120.00 12.00 10.00 0.50 0.50
2 1 27.17 120.00 12.00 10.00 0.50 0.50
3 1 22.75 120.00 12.00 10.00 0.50 0.50
C 1 3.50 120.00 12.00 10.00 0.50 0.50
2.2 Detailed Data for Nonuniform Spans. This section is

available only if the user selects segmental geometry input.
Span Seg. Form Left Dist. Width Depth TF Width TF Thick. BF/MF BF/MF Rh Right Left Mult.
Width Thick. Mult.
ft In in in in in in in
1 1 2 0.00 24.00 30.00 216.00 8.00 10.00 0.56 0.44
1 2 2 0.33 24.00 30.00 216.00 8.00 10.00 0.56 0.44
1 3 2 5.00 24.00 30.00 216.00 8.00 10.00 0.56 0.44
1 4 1 18.42 24.00 30.00 10.00 0.50 0.50
The following is the description of the data:
Span. This column shows the span number (ID). If the problem
has a cantilever at left, its data precedes the first span by a line
starting with C. Likewise, in the case of a cantilever at right, the
last line will start with C describing the geometry of the right
cantilever.
Seg. This column shows the segment number (ID).
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Form. Identifies the cross-sectional geometry of the slab at mid-

span. Figure 8.3-2 illustrates the cross-sectional options. The same
figure also gives the definition of parameters Depth, Width, TF
Width (top flange width), TF Thick. (Top flange thickness) ,
BF/MF Width (bottom flange/middle flange width) and BF/MF
Thick. (bottom flange/middle flange thickness) .
FIGURE 8.3-2
Rh (Reference height). The distance from a user-specified

reference line to the top of the slab. For example, if a slab is 7
thick and Rh is set to 7, the datum is located at the slab soffit.
This data identifies the location from which tendon height control
points are measured, and is also used to input steps in a member.
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Right or Left (Width) Multiplier. A parameter which describes

the factor by which the slab unit strip must be multiplied to cover
the total tributary of a given span.
It should be noted that the results printed in the output, such as the
moments and reactions, refer to the total tributary (not effective
tributary) unless indicated otherwise.
2.3 Effective Width Data of Uniform Spans. This section applies

to Conventional geometry input.
Span Effective Width

in
1 57.51
2 81.51
3 68.25
Effective Width Data for Non-Uniform Spans. This

section applies to Segmental geometry input.
Span Seg. Effective Width

in
1 1 57.51
1 2 57.51
1 3 57.51
Span. This column shows the span number (ID). If the problem
has a cantilever at left, its data precedes the first span by a line
starting with C. Likewise, in the case of a cantilever at right, the
last line will start with C describing the geometry of the right
cantilever.
Seg. This column shows the segment number (ID).
Effective width. Mirrors the data in the Geometry-Effective

Flange width input form
2.5 Drop Cap and Drop Panel Data. This data block gives the
dimensions of drop caps/panels for each support if a two-way slab
is the system type.. Figure 8.3-3 illustrates the definition of data
columns 2 through 10.
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Joint Cap T Cap B Cap DL Cap DR Drop TL Drop TR Drop B Drop L Drop R
in in in in in in in in in
1 36.00 48.00 0.00 24.00 0.00 30.00 100.00 0.00 50.00
2 36.00 48.00 24.00 24.00 24.00 30.00 100.00 50.00 50.00
3 36.00 48.00 24.00 24.00 24.00 30.00 100.00 50.00 50.00
4 36.00 48.00 24.00 24.00 24.00 30.00 100.00 50.00 50.00
For example, Cap T, which is the heading of column 2, is shown at

the bottom right hand side of Fig. 8.3-3 to indicate the total depth
of CAP. STEP 1 in the figure indicates the first thickening of the
slab past the support, and is referred to as DROP CAP regardless
of its size. The second change in thickness is called DROP
PANEL, or STEP 2.
FIGURE 8.3-3
If no drop caps or panels are present, zeros are shown in this data
block. A zero indicates that the user has not entered any value for a
parameter. However, as far as the computations are concerned,
ADAPT selects a minimum default value if necessary. For
example, CAPT equal zero will result in a default value of CAPT
equals span thickness for calculations.2.6 Transverse Beam Data.
Transverse beam data are reported in the table of Section 2.5.
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2.7 Support Width and Column Data. This data block is only
printed if column data is input, or if support widths are specified
for reduction of moments to face-of-support. Otherwise the
following sentence is printed: NO COLUMN STIFFNESS IS
INCLUDED IN THE ANALYSIS.
Joint Support Length B(DIA.) D LC % LC CBC LC Length B(DIA.) D UC % UC CBC UC

Width LC LC UC UC
in ft in in ft in in
1 8.0 10.0 216.0 8.0 100 (2)
2 18.0 10.0 12.0 18.0 100 (1)
3 18.0 10.0 12.0 18.0 100 (1)
4 8.0 10.0 216.0 8.0 100 (2)
Support Width. Is the support width at each joint. These values

are used in the reduction of moments to the face-of-support. This
value may be different from the column dimensions.
Length LC. Is the height of the lower column measured from the
center of the slab to the top of the bottom slab.
Length UC. Is the height of the upper column measured from the
center of the slab to the bottom of the top slab.
B(DIA). Is the dimension of the column cross-section normal to

the direction of the frame. A circular column is entered using
B(DIA) only.
D. Is the column dimension parallel to the frame.
CBC is the Column Boundary Condition parameter. B and D can

also describe the horizontal dimensions of the structural element
supporting the slab, such as the thickness and length of a
continuous wall. Whether or not a given wall/column support
dimensioned through B and D is taking moments is determined by
the manner in which the wall/column is connected to the slab. The
nature of the connection of the support to the slab at the
slab/support junction is indicated by the CBC parameter as defined
by the user and reflected in columns 6 and 10 of this data block.
Note that the CBC parameter also describes the condition of fixity
of the column at its far end away from the beam/slab, namely at its
connection to the slab above and the slab/footing below.
% is the percentage of the column stiffness included in the

analysis.
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8.3.4.3 Section 3: Input Applied Loading
This data block reports model geometry as input by the user. Loads
entered by the user are sorted according to the span on which they
act and are listed in the loading data block.
3.1 Loading As Appears in User's Input Screen. This section

mirrors the data as shown in the Loads input screen.
Span Class Type W P1 P2 A B C F M

k/ft2 k/ft k/ft ft ft ft k k-ft
1 LL U 0.050
1 SDL U 0.020
2 LL U 0.050
2 SDL U 0.020
3 LL U 0.050
3 SDL U 0.020
4 LL U 0.050
4 SDL U 0.020
NOTE: SELFWEIGHT INCLUSION REQUIRED (SW= SELF WEIGHT Computed from geometry
input and treated as dead loading. Unit selfweight W = 150.0 pcf
NOTE: LIVE LOADING is SKIPPED with a skip factor of 1.00
3.2 Compiled loads. This section shows frame loads calculated by

the program. If you specified uniformly distributed or partial
loadings, the program will calculate frame loading based on the
tributary width.
Span Class Type P1 P2 F M A B C Reduction

Factor
k/ft k/ft k k-ft ft ft ft %
1 LL U 1.000 0.000
1 SDL U 0.400
1 SW U 1.891
2 LL P 1.000 0.000 15.000 0.000
2 LL P 0.417 15.000 20.000 0.000
2 LL P 1.000 20.000 35.000 0.000
2 SDL P 0.400 0.000 15.000
2 SDL P 0.167 15.000 20.000
2 SDL P 0.400 20.000 35.000
2 SW P 1.912 0.000 15.000
2 SW P 1.029 15.000 20.000
2 SW P 1.912 20.000 35.000
3 LL P 1.000 0.000 15.000 0.000
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Class. Specifies load class for each span. Class LL is live load,
class SDL is superimposed dead load, class SW is self-weight and
class X is other loading.
Type. There are 8 different load types:
U is for a uniformly distributed load acting on the entire

tributary.
C is for a concentrated load. It acts at a point entered by
the user and measured from the left support of the
respective span.
P is for a partial uniform load that acts on the entire
width (tributary) of a span over the length entered by
the user.
M is for an applied moment that acts on the entire
tributary at a distance from the left support entered by
the user.
L is for a Line load that acts along the frame line of the
slab. Line loads are entered in the same manner as
partial loads.
R is for triangle load that acts along the frame line of
the slab.
V is for variable load that acts along the frame line of
the slab.
T is for trapezoidal load that acts along the frame line
of the slab.
The user can also select the self-weight option. Using the geometry
and unit weight entered by the user, ADAPT calculates the self-
weight of the entire beam/slab and automatically amends the
loading file. The value of the self-weight loading will appear in the
output data.
Live load is not skipped unless stipulated by the user, in which

case the following sentence appears at the end of the loading table:
LIVE LOADING is SKIPPED with a skip factor of x.xx
When the skip load option is activated, ADAPT obtains two sets of
solutions. (i) In the first set, live loading is assumed to act without
the skip factor on all spans. (ii) In the second set, live load
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multiplied by the specified skip factor is selectively placed on

different spans. Solutions of the second set are combined to yield
the maximum possible negative and positive moments at each
location. Results of moment combinations from (i) and (ii) are then
merged to arrive at the governing moments for design.
8.3.4.4 Section 4: Calculated Section Properties
The data block on section properties gives the cross-sectional area,

moment of inertia, and the location of the neutral axis of the entire
tributary perpendicular to the direction of the span.
4.1 Section Properties of Uniform Spans and Cantilevers. The

table below shows the data for rectangular cross-sections.
Span Area Yb Yt b_eff I Yb Yt

in2 in in in in4 in in
1 1815.40 18.40 5.58 85.50 0.4423E+05 15.75 8.23
2 --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
3 --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
4 1815.40 18.40 5.58 85.50 0.4423E+05 15.75 8.23
In the case of flanged T-beams, there are two cross-sectional

properties computed as shown above. One is for the section
reduced by effective width, and the other is for the entire
tributary. The reduced values are used for the general frame
analysis of the model and to calculate stresses.
4.2 Section Properties for Non-Uniform Spans. The table below

shows the data for rectangular cross-sections.
Span Seg. Area Yb Yt b_eff i Yb Yt
in2 in in in in4 in in
2 1 1836.00 18.41 5.59 105.00 0.4760E+05 16.37 7.63
2 2 988.00 16.21 7.77 100.00 0.4666E+05 16.21 7.77
2 3 1836.00 18.41 5.59 105.00 0.4760E+05 16.37 7.63
3 1 1836.00 18.41 5.59 105.00 0.4760E+05 16.37 7.63
3 2 988.00 16.21 7.77 100.00 0.4666E+05 16.21 7.77
3 3 1836.00 18.41 5.59 105.00 0.4760E+05 16.37 7.63
The calculated section properties are given in terms of span

segments, for both customary and segmental input geometries. A
non-segmental span with no drop caps or drop panels has one
segment. A span with drop caps at either end has three segments. A
span with drop caps and drop panels has five segments. Finally, a
segmental span can have up to seven segments.
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Yb and Yt refer to the distance from the section centroid to the top
and bottom fibers.
When there is a change in cross-section of a span at the line of

support, as shown in the idealized Fig. 8.3-4(a), two options
regarding the face-of-support arise. Over the support line, ADAPT
considers the cross-section at the face-of-support of the shallower
member to be the same as that of the deeper member. But,
recognizing that the deeper span does not penetrate into the
shallower one, ADAPT assumes a zero length for the geometry of
the deeper section into the shallower span. The same assumption is
used for change of geometry over the supports of finite width as
shown in Fig. 8.3-4(b).
FIGURE 8.3-4
If the analysis is done with finite support widths, and the user has
included the option to increase moment of inertia over the support,
then ADAPT adds an additional segment over each support.
8.3.4.5 Section 5: Moments, Shears and Reactions
Values given as moments, shears and reactions all refer to the total
tributary and not the unit strip. Moments in this data block are
moments at the center of supports (system line moments).
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5.1 Span Moments and Shears (Excluding Live Load).
Span Load Case Moment Moment Moment Shear Shear

Left Midspan Right Left Right
k-ft k-ft k-ft k k
1 SW -89.64 71.05 -152.26 -24.75 29.14
2 SW -170.13 82.29 -179.23 -31.00 31.52
3 SW -179.24 82.29 -170.11 -31.52 31.00
4 SW -152.25 71.05 -89.65 -29.14 24.75
1 SDL -19.08 15.12 -31.89 -5.25 6.15
2 SDL -34.81 16.22 -36.29 -6.37 6.46
3 SDL -36.29 16.22 -34.80 -6.46 6.37
4 SDL -31.89 15.12 -19.08 -6.15 5.25
1 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
3 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
4 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Moment Left and Moment Right relate to centerline moments in

the slab at the left and right of each span respectively.
Moment Mid-span refers to the moment at mid-span. The moment

at mid-span is not necessarily the largest value. For the location
and value of the maximum moment refer to Section 23 that gives
detailed report at 1/20th points.
Shear Left and Shear Right are the centerline shear forces at the
left and right of each span.
5.2 Reactions and Column Moments (Excluding Live Load)
Joint Load Case Reaction Moment Moment

Lower Column Upper Column
k k-ft k-ft
1 SW 24.75 -89.64 0.00
2 SW 60.15 -17.87 0.00
3 SW 63.04 -0.02 0.00
4 SW 60.14 17.86 0.00
5 SW 24.75 89.65 0.00
1 SDL 5.25 -19.08 0.00
2 SDL 12.52 -2.91 0.00
3 SDL 12.92 0.00 0.00
4 SDL 12.52 2.91 0.00
5 SDL 5.25 19.08 0.00
1 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00
2 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00
3 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00
4 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00
5 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00
Reaction is the centerline dead load reaction at each support line.
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Moment Lower Column and Moment Upper Column are upper and
lower column moments and are given for each support at the
connection of column to slab/beam. If a support does not have a
column, or if moment transfer between the support and slab is
inhibited by the user through the specification of an appropriate
column boundary condition, a zero (0) is printed.
5.3 Span Moments and Shears (Live Load). This section is a

summary of maximum and minimum live load moments, and
corresponding shear forces at the left and right centerlines, as well
as at center span. Live load moments, shears and reactions are
values reported at the center of supports and refer to the entire
tributary.
Span Moment Moment Moment Moment Moment Moment Shear Shear

Left Max Left Min Midspan Midspan Right Max Right Min Left Right
Max Min
k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft k k
1 -55.97 8.26 44.35 -6.54 -81.90 -19.00 -14.16 15.48
2 -95.17 -6.62 50.42 -9.86 -98.44 -11.59 -16.72 16.81
3 -98.45 -11.59 50.42 -9.86 -95.15 -6.62 -16.81 16.72
4 -81.89 -18.99 44.35 -6.53 -55.97 8.26 -15.48 14.16
Maximum and minimum values at a section may occur due to the

skipping of live loading.
5.4 Reactions and Column Moments (Live Load). This section

is a summary of the maximum and minimum live load reactions
and column moments given for each support at the connection of
column to slab/beam.
Joint Reaction Reaction Moment Moment Moment Moment

Max Min Lower Lower Upper Upper
Column Max Column Min Column Max Column Min
k k k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft
1 14.16 -1.04 8.26 -55.97 0.00 0.00
2 32.20 14.15 51.79 -59.07 0.00 0.00
3 33.62 15.49 64.50 -64.51 0.00 0.00
4 32.20 14.15 59.06 -51.78 0.00 0.00
5 14.16 -1.04 55.97 -8.26 0.00 0.00
If a support does not have a column, or if moment transfer between

the support and slab is inhibited by the user through the
specification of an appropriate column boundary condition, a zero
(0) is printed.
These are minimum and maximum centerline values based on

skipped loading case.
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Values given as moments, shears and reactions all refer to the total
tributary and not the unit strip. Moments in this data block are
centerline moments.
8.3.4.6 Section 6: Moments Reduced to Face of Support
If the option of reducing moments to the face-of-support is invoked

by the user, ADAPT adjusts the centerline moments to the face-of-
support. The adjustments are based primarily on support widths.
The adjusted values are printed in Sections 6.1 and 6.2.
6.1 Reduced Moments at Face of Support (Excluding Live

Load)
Span Load Moment Moment Moment

Case Left Midspan Right
k-ft k-ft k-ft
1 SW -62.10 71.05 -119.58
2 SW -135.33 82.29 -143.83
3 SW -143.83 82.29 -135.33
4 SW -119.58 71.05 -62.11
1 SDL -13.24 15.12 -25.00
2 SDL -27.65 16.23 -29.03
3 SDL -29.04 16.23 -27.65
4 SDL -25.00 15.12 -13.24
1 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00
2 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00
3 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00
4 XL 0.00 0.00 0.00
6.2 Reduced Moments at Face of Support (Live Load)
Span Moment Left Moment Left Moment Moment Moment Moment

Max Min Midspan Midspan Min Right Max Right Min
Max
k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft
1 -40.15 7.05 44.34 -6.53 -64.55 -17.92
2 -76.38 -6.83 50.42 -9.87 -79.54 -11.45
3 -79.55 -11.45 50.42 -9.86 -76.36 -6.83
4 -64.54 -17.92 44.34 -6.53 -40.15 7.05
8.3.4.7 Section 7: Selected Post-tensioning Forces and Tendon Profiles

(PT mode only)
7.1 Tendon Profile Tendon profile types available in the library of

the ADAPT version used are listed in this data block.
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Tendon A
Span Type X1/L X2/L X3/L A/L
1 1 0.100 0.500 0.100 ---
2 1 0.100 0.500 0.100 ---
3 1 0.100 0.500 0.100 ---
4 1 0.100 0.500 0.100 ---
Type. Reflects the profile type chosen for each span. Parameters
X1/L, X2/L, X3/L and A/L are tendon profile inflection points in
terms of a fraction of the span length. These are illustrated in Fig.
8.3-5. Note that some parameters are unnecessary for describing
certain profile types.
FIGURE 8.3-5
7.2 Selected Post-Tensioning Forces and Tendon Drape (PT

mode only) Columns 2 through 6 of this data block give the total
post-tensioning forces and tendon heights selected by the user for
tendon type A. Columns 7 and 8 are values calculated by ADAPT
based on the post-tensioning selected in the preceding data block.
Tendon A
Span Force CGS Left CGS C1 CGS C2 CGS Right P/A Wbal WBal (%DL)
k in in in in psi k/-
1 274.554 18.42 --- 5.75 22.00 151.24 3.259 142
2 274.554 22.00 --- 2.02 22.00 277.89 2.985 139
3 274.554 22.00 --- 2.02 22.00 277.89 2.985 139
4 274.554 22.00 --- 5.75 18.42 151.24 3.259 142
The All Tendons table lists the sums of the PT force, P/A and Wbal
of Tendon A, Tendon B, and Tendon C selected.
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All Tendons
Span Force Total P/A Total WBal
(%DL)
k psi
1 274.554 151.24 142
2 274.554 277.89 139
3 274.554 277.89 139
4 274.554 151.24 142
During the execution of the program, ADAPT calculates the

required post-tensioning forces and displays them on the screen.
The execution may pause, requiring the user to confirm the
prompted values or modify them. The modification of the values
calculated by ADAPT and prompted on the screen is referred to as
Selection of post-tensioning by the user. After the users selection/
modification of forces and drapes, the program recalculates all the
parameters and stresses based on the users input and prompts a
new set of suggested values. The important issue for a reviewer to
note is that, at this stage, the user has the option to override
ADAPTs calculated/displayed values. The Recycle Window is
completely interactive and allows user modification.
It is recommended that the reviewer pay particular attention in

comparing the user-selected post-tensioning (as displayed in data
block 7.2) with the calculated required minimum values given in
data block 7.4.
Columns 3 through 5 of data block 7.2 refer to the height of the

tendons centroid (CGS) from a user-defined reference line. The
left and right locations refer to the maximum height of tendon at
left and right of the span relative to this reference line. In the case
of a reversed parabola, these are the heights over the centerline of
supports. For simple parabolas with straight portions over the
supports, the heights refer to maximum rises at left and right of the
span at location of transition to a straight line. The straight portion
is called the Tendon Support Width and is defined through the
coefficients in data block 7.1.
P/A in column 7 is the calculated average compression at mid-

span, based on the user selected post-tensioning.
Wbal in column 8 is the balanced loading % in each span due to

post-tensioning force and profile selected. It is the average uplift
force over the entire span divided by the dead load tributary to the
span. For purposes of calculating Wbal%, the program averages
resulting concentrated forces from equivalent PT loading. For the
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frame analysis, the program uses the actual equivalent balanced

loads due to PT at the proper, applied locations.
A positive value of Wbal means load acting upward against

gravity. A negative value indicates a load in the direction of
gravity.
7.4 Required Minimum Post-Tensioning Forces (PT mode

only). The forces in this data block refer to the required forces at
left, center, and right for the entire tributary.
Based on Stress Conditions Based on Minimum P/A

Type Left Center Right Left Center Right
k k k k k k
1 0.00 62.98 35.52 271.20 271.20 271.20
2 33.92 75.78 43.41 274.28 274.28 274.28
3 43.42 75.79 33.91 274.28 274.28 274.28
4 35.52 62.98 0.00 271.20 271.20 271.20
The required forces determined are the net effective forces after the
immediate and long-term stress losses have been deducted. From
the effective forces determined by ADAPT, the post-tensioning
supplier calculates the initial forces required at time of stressing of
tendons.
This data block shows the post-tensioning required to meet design

criteria. Columns 2 through 4 are based on maintaining the tensile
stresses in concrete at the location of maximum span moment, to
the limit specified by the user in data block 1. Each row includes
three regions for a given span. Data column 2 relates to the spans
left support region; data column 3 is for the mid-span region; data
column 4 shows the required force at the right support region of
the same span. The Left region is 20% of the span length from
the left support. The Center region is the 20-80% the span
distance in the interior portion of span. The Right region is 20%
of the span length from the right support.
For example, if the specified permissible stress for the exterior

span is input as x(fc)1/2 in data block 1, the number printed on
column 3 in row of span 1 is the post-tensioning force necessary to
meet that requirement.
At a given support, the post-tensioning required at the left of a

support may be different from the force at its right.
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The following considerations are observed in calculating the

required post-tensioning in the support region:
Stresses are calculated at 1/20th points in the span. In

the region closest to the left support, the highest stress
value is selected and the required post-tensioning force
provided to meet this condition is printed. If user
wishes to know the exact location of the highest stress,
detailed reports of stresses at 1/20th points given in
report Section 27 should be reviewed.
If moments are not reduced to the face-of-support, the
centerline moments are used in lieu of moments
reduced to face.
The cross-section associated with the centerline of a
support is that of the slab at the support line without
any contribution from the supporting structure.
If at any location the existing moments are such that no post-

tensioning is required, a zero (0) will be printed at that location.
MIN P/A in column 5 through 7 are the post-tensioning forces

required to provide the user-specified minimum average
compression (see data block 1) in the left, right, and center regions
of the span.
7.5 Service Stresses (PT mode only). Based on the post-

tensioning forces and profiles confirmed or selected by the user,
the top and bottom fiber stresses are calculated for each span and
printed out in this data block. The stresses refer to concrete.
Envelope of Service 1
Span Left Left Left Left Center Center Center Center Right Right Right Right
Top Top Bot Bot Top Top Bot Bot Top Top Bot Bot
Max-T Max-C Max-T Max-C Max-T Max-C Max-T Max-C Max-T Max-C Max-T Max-C
psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi
1 ----- -272.94 81.66 ----- ----- -53.08 ----- -404.28 ----- -330.87 192.52 -----
2 ----- -319.20 214.34 ----- ----- -224.12 ----- -465.39 ----- -320.63 217.42 -----
3 ----- -320.66 217.48 ----- ----- -224.12 ----- -465.39 ----- -319.14 214.21 -----
4 ----- -330.84 192.46 ----- ----- -53.08 ----- -404.29 ----- -272.94 81.65 -----
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Envelope of Service 2
Span Left Left Left Left Center Center Center Center Right Right Right Right
psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi
1 ----- -283.96 102.74 -98.93 ----- -122.39 ----- -423.83 ----- -330.87 192.52 -83.27
2 ----- -319.20 214.34 -100.84 ----- -294.67 ----- -494.16 ----- -320.63 217.42 -110.82
3 ----- -320.66 217.48 -110.79 ----- -294.67 ----- -494.16 ----- -319.14 214.21 -100.89
4 ----- -330.84 192.46 -83.30 ----- -122.39 ----- -423.83 ----- -283.95 102.73 -98.93
Tensile stresses are shown as positive and compressive stresses as

negative. Maximum tension and compression, at the top and
bottom at the left and right face-of-support and mid-span, are
printed in their respective columns. Note that the maximum stress
in a span may occur elsewhere. For the location and magnitude of
the maximum stress, refer to either the graphical display of stress
distribution, or the detailed report of stresses at 1/20th point of
each span.
7.6 Post-Tensioning Balance Moments, Shears and Reactions

(PT mode only). The post-tensioning balanced moments are
moments generated in the slab as a result of post-tensioning.
These are also referred to as equivalent loads. These are displayed
in a manner similar to the moments, shears, reactions and column
moments in Section 5. They refer to the total tributary.
Span Moments and Shears

Span Moment Left Moment Center Moment Right Shear Left Shear Right
k-ft k-ft k-ft k k
1 127.75 -143.42 225.00 -0.70 -0.70
2 251.17 -140.50 261.75 -0.33 -0.33
3 261.83 -140.58 251.17 0.33 0.33
4 225.00 -143.42 127.75 0.69 0.69
Reactions and Column Moments

Joint Reaction Moment Moment
Lower Upper
Column Column
k k-ft k-ft
1 0.695 136.583 0.000
2 -0.370 22.383 0.000
3 -0.652 0.026 0.000
4 -0.368 -22.367 0.000
5 0.695 -136.583 0.000
If the reduction of moments to the face-of-support option is used in

the data input (refer to data block 1), slab moments printed are
those reduced to face-of-support. Otherwise, they are centerline
moments. Shears, reactions and column moments are centerline
values.
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It is reiterated that values printed herein are due only to post-

tensioning. Since post-tensioning forces are in self-equilibrium, the
sum of external reactions generated by them must add up to zero.
The reactions reported in this data block are the hyperstatic
(secondary) actions due to post-tensioning.
8.3.4.8 Section 8: Factored Moments and Reactions Envelope
This data block lists the duly combined actions for the evaluation
of the members ultimate strength.
8.1 Factored Design Moments (Not Redistributed). The factored

and combined actions, or design actions, are the sum of dead
loading, live loading and secondary effects, each multiplied by a
coefficient. If reduction to face-of-support is invoked by the user,
the factored moments given relate to face-of-support; else, they
represent centerline moments.
Span Left Left Middle Middle Right Right

Max Min Max Min Max Min
1 -17.23 58.29 320.86 239.45 -121.20 -46.58
2 -138.61 -27.35 383.40 286.93 -144.96 -36.01
3 -144.90 -35.94 383.40 286.95 -138.59 -27.35
4 -121.18 -46.58 320.86 239.46 -17.24 58.28
8.2 Reactions and Column Moments. The factored support

reactions and moments apply to the analysis solution considering
the effective geometry with application of load from the full
tributary entered in data block 2.1.

1 59.35 35.04 19.30 -83.46 0.00 0.00
2 138.35 109.47 80.30 -97.06 0.00 0.00
3 144.29 115.28 103.20 -103.21 0.00 0.00
4 138.34 109.46 97.05 -80.30 0.00 0.00
5 59.35 35.03 83.46 -19.30 0.00 0.00
For the design of columns, total factored reactions and factored

column moments are normally used. If design handbooks are used
for column design, the relating eccentricity of the axial loading
commonly required for use in such handbooks is readily obtained
by dividing the printed factored column moment by the
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corresponding total factored reaction. Shears, reactions and column

moments are centerline values.
8.3 Secondary Moments (PT mode only). Secondary

(hyperstatic) moments are caused by post-tensioning forces. These
are induced in the member by the constraints of the supports to the
members free movement. They are calculated from the secondary
actions at the supports.
Span Left Midspan Right

k-ft k-ft k-ft
1 137.42 146.50 155.58
2 179.17 184.50 189.75
3 189.83 184.50 179.17
4 155.58 146.50 137.42
Secondary moments are adjusted to the face-of-support, provided

this option is selected during input into ADAPT.
8.4 Factored Design Moments (Redistributed). These section

shows moments are listed in Section 8.1 after redistribution. This
section is available only if you selected to redistribute moments.
Span Left Left Middle Middle Right Right Redist. Redist.

Max Min Max Min Max Min Coef. Left Coef Right
1 59.09 -17.48 326.72 240.93 -124.16 -41.98 0.00 11.24
2 -124.21 -30.44 387.72 305.89 -129.95 -32.48 11.24 11.21
3 -129.95 -32.48 387.72 305.91 -124.24 -30.52 11.24 -11.24
4 -124.19 -41.98 326.72 240.91 59.07 -17.49 -1.53 0.00
8.3.4.9 Section 9: Factored Lateral Moments Envelope
This section shows the results for the combination of lateral and
gravity moments.
9.1 Input Lateral Moments. This section mirrors the

input data specified in the Lateral Input Data screen.
Span Left Right
k-ft k-ft
1 30.00 -30.00
2 45.00 -45.00
3 45.00 -45.00
4 30.00 -30.00
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9.2 Factored Lateral Moments (Not Redistributed).

This section shows factored and combined actions of dead
loading, live loading, secondary effects, and lateral
moments each multiplied by a coefficient.
1 +97.16 +34.41 +294.25 +224.05 -110.01 -2.09
2 +74.52 +18.80 +353.14 +273.17 -139.18 -7.78
3 +76.22 +12.91 +353.14 +273.17 -134.81 -9.55
4 -54.91 -8.28 +294.25 +224.05 +42.05 -20.70
9.3 Factored Lateral Moments (Redistributed). This

section shows moments listed in Section 9.2 for
redistribution. This section is available only if you
selected to redistribute moments.

1 98.14 35.26 300.79 226.41 -99.14 -1.88 0.00 11.24
2 75.30 19.25 360.71 276.34 -125.49 -7.01 0.00 11.24
3 77.02 13.29 360.38 276.44 -121.57 -8.60 0.00 11.24
4 -61.43 -9.27 296.73 226.29 42.47 -21.16 -11.24 0.00
If reduction to face-of-support is invoked by the user, the factored

moments given relate to face-of-support; else, they represent
centerline moments.
8.3.4.10 Section10: Mild Steel - No Redistribution
The mild reinforcement is calculated on the basis of one of the

following three sets of criteria:
One-way systems;
Two-way systems; and
Beam system
The applicable set of criteria is invoked by the user through the

choice of the structural system (one-way, two-way, beam) and the
design type (post-tensioned or mild-reinforced). The users
selection is shown clearly in data block 1.
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10.1 Required Rebar. This section shows required rebar based on

ultimate, minimum, initial (PT mode only) and the UBC special
load case requirement (PT mode only). Column 5 reports the
maximum enveloped value of reinforcement for the span and
position in span.
10.1.1 Total Strip Required Rebar

Span Location From To As Required Ultimate Minimum Initial UBC
ft ft in2 in2 in2 in2 in2
1 TOP 0.00 4.27 2.23 0.00 2.23 0.00 0.00
1 TOP 24.23 28.50 2.23 0.00 2.23 0.00 0.00
2 TOP 0.00 5.25 2.66 0.00 2.66 0.00 0.00
2 TOP 29.75 35.01 2.66 0.00 2.66 0.00 0.00
3 TOP 0.00 5.25 2.66 0.00 2.66 0.00 0.00
3 TOP 29.75 35.01 2.66 0.00 2.66 0.00 0.00
4 TOP 0.00 4.27 2.23 0.00 2.23 0.00 0.00
4 TOP 24.23 28.50 2.23 0.00 2.23 0.00 0.00
1 BOT 0.00 1.42 0.57 0.00 0.00 0.57 0.00
1 BOT 9.97 18.52 1.38 0.00 1.38 0.00 0.00
1 BOT 25.65 28.50 1.72 0.00 0.00 1.72 0.00
2 BOT 0.00 3.50 2.07 0.36 0.00 2.07 0.00
2 BOT 12.25 22.75 1.44 0.00 1.44 0.00 0.00
2 BOT 31.50 35.01 2.15 0.00 0.00 2.15 0.00
3 BOT 0.00 3.50 2.15 0.38 0.00 2.15 0.00
3 BOT 12.25 22.75 1.44 0.00 1.44 0.00 0.00
3 BOT 31.50 35.01 2.07 0.00 0.00 2.07 0.00
4 BOT 0.00 2.85 1.72 0.19 0.00 1.72 0.00
4 BOT 9.97 18.52 1.38 0.00 1.38 0.00 0.00
4 BOT 27.07 28.50 0.57 0.00 0.00 0.57 0.00
10.2 Provided Rebar. This section lists provided rebar details

as calculated by the program.
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10.2.1 Total Strip Provided Rebar

Span ID Location From Quantity Size Length Area
ft ft in2
1 1 TOP 0.00 8 5 6.00 2.48
1 2 TOP 22.80 9 5 13.00 2.79
2 3 TOP 28.00 9 5 14.00 2.79
3 4 TOP 28.00 9 5 13.00 2.79
4 5 TOP 22.80 8 5 6.00 2.48
1 6 BOT 0.00 1 8 3.00 0.79
1 7 BOT 8.55 2 8 11.50 1.58
1 8 BOT 24.23 2 8 10.50 1.58
2 9 BOT 10.50 2 8 14.00 1.58
2 10 BOT 29.75 2 8 11.50 1.58
3 11 BOT 10.50 2 8 14.00 1.58
3 12 BOT 29.75 2 8 9.50 1.58
4 13 BOT 8.55 2 8 11.50 1.58
4 14 BOT 25.65 1 8 3.00 0.79
1 16 BOT 25.65 1 8 7.50 0.79
2 17 BOT 31.50 1 8 8.00 0.79
3 18 BOT 31.50 1 8 6.50 0.79
10.2.2 Total Strip Steel Disposition

Span ID Location From Quantity Size Length
ft ft
1 1 TOP 0.00 8 5 6.00
1 2 TOP 22.80 9 5 5.70
2 2 TOP 0.00 9 5 7.30
2 3 TOP 28.00 9 5 7.00
3 3 TOP 0.00 9 5 7.00
3 4 TOP 28.00 9 5 7.00
4 4 TOP 0.00 9 5 6.00
4 5 TOP 22.80 8 5 6.00
1 6 BOT 0.00 1 8 3.00
1 7 BOT 8.55 2 8 11.50
1 8 BOT 24.23 2 8 4.27
1 16 BOT 25.65 1 8 2.85
2 8 BOT 0.00 2 8 6.23
2 9 BOT 10.50 2 8 14.00
2 10 BOT 29.75 2 8 5.25
2 16 BOT 0.00 1 8 4.65
2 17 BOT 31.50 1 8 3.50
3 10 BOT 0.00 2 8 6.25
3 11 BOT 10.50 2 8 14.00
3 12 BOT 29.75 2 8 5.25
3 17 BOT 0.00 1 8 4.50
3 18 BOT 31.50 1 8 3.50
4 12 BOT 0.00 2 8 4.25
4 13 BOT 8.55 2 8 11.50
4 14 BOT 25.65 1 8 3.00
4 18 BOT 0.00 1 8 3.00
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10.3 Base Reinforcement. This section describes base

reinforcement as entered by the user.
Base Reinforcement
Isolated bars
Span Location From Quantity Size Cover Length Area
-- -- ft -- -- in ft in2
1 TOP .00 5 5 1.50 72.59 1.55
Mesh Reinforcement
# Span Location From Spacing Size Cover Length Area
-- -- -- ft in -- in ft in2
1 1 BOT .00 12.00 4 1.50 19.17 3.60
2 BOT .00 12.00 4 1.50 27.17 3.60
8.3.4.11 Section11: Mild Steel Redistributed
This section is the same as Section 10. The difference is that the
values for reinforcement are based on the redistributed moments.
8.3.4.12 Section 12: Shear Reinforcement
Depending on the structural system selected, the results are based

on the type of shear check made: punching shear check (two-way
systems) or a one-way shear check (one-way systems).
A one-way shear check is conducted for beams and one-way slabs.
12.1 Shear Calculation Envelope. Each span is subdivided into

20 equal parts. Shear is checked at each subdivision.
SPAN 2
X/L X d Vu,max Mu,max Ratio Req. Spacing
ft in k kft in2/ft in
0.03 1.16 19.20 -28.96 76.04 0.72 0.047 18.00
0.05 1.75 19.20 -52.72 42.52 0.95 0.047 18.00
0.10 3.50 19.20 -46.11 105.57 1.02 0.047 18.00
0.15 5.25 19.20 -39.51 162.49 0.92 0.047 18.00
0.20 7.00 19.20 -41.29 200.74 0.89 0.047 18.00
0.25 8.75 19.20 -33.64 263.79 0.83 0.047 18.00
0.30 10.50 19.20 -25.99 313.47 0.64 0.047 18.00
0.35 12.25 19.73 -18.33 351.71 0.44 0.000 0.00
0.40 14.00 20.98 -10.68 376.15 0.24 0.000 0.00
0.45 15.75 21.73 -4.73 387.74 0.10 0.000 0.00
0.50 17.50 21.98 3.37 364.34 0.07 0.000 0.00
0.55 19.25 21.73 6.61 357.32 0.14 0.000 0.00
0.60 21.00 20.98 11.78 343.52 0.27 0.000 0.00
0.65 22.75 19.73 18.55 354.81 0.45 0.000 0.00
0.70 24.50 19.20 26.22 317.68 0.65 0.047 18.00
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0.75 26.25 19.20 33.87 268.36 0.84 0.047 18.00

0.80 28.00 19.20 41.52 205.61 0.89 0.047 18.00
0.85 29.75 19.20 49.17 129.20 0.90 0.047 18.00
0.90 31.50 19.20 56.84 59.54 0.85 0.047 18.00
0.95 33.23 21.00 64.49 -8.22 0.58 0.045 18.00
0.97 33.83 21.33 67.04 -32.81 0.60 0.044 18.00
Note: "Ratio" is calculated using paired shear (V) and moment (M) design values resulting in the
lowest concrete capacity. For ACI and CSA codes, the lowest value of V*d/M is used.
Note: Sections with **** have exceeded the maximum allowable shear stress.
The first and last points refer to the system line at support (X/L=0 and
X/L=1). It is not required by ACI to check the shears at the system line.
The first point for which shear is to be checked is recommended to be
taken a distance equal to the depth of member from the face-of-support.
Hence, the values given for X/L=0 and X/L=1 are to be considered as a
guideline.
The depth d used for stirrup calculations is based on the total depth of
the section, reinforcement cover, post-tensioning CGS (where applicable)
and bar size.
For post-tensioned, one-way systems, the concrete capacity for ACI and
CSA designs are dependent on the ratio of Vu*d/Mu, where Vu and
Mu are ultimate demand shears and moments at the individual design
sections. When Live Load skipping is active, the shear capacity at each
design check is governed by the worst-case ratio. The program
conservatively uses the Vu and Mu values from the load skipping data set
which result in the lowest ratio. The values dont necessarily pair from the
same skip pattern result.
8.3.4.13Section 13: Punching Shear Reinforcement
A punching shear check is carried out if the structural system is

two-way.
13.1 Critical Section Geometry
Column Layer Cond. a d b1 b2

in in in in
1 2 1 4.69 9.38 52.37 45.37
2 1 1 8.19 16.38 28.84 28.84
3 1 1 7.19 14.38 28.38 30.37
4 1 1 4.44 8.88 38.87 56.87
Layer : The layer of the reinforcement for each column

Cond. : 1 = Interior, 2 = End, 3 = Corner, 4 = Edge
a : The distance between the layer and face of column or drop cap(*)
d : Effective depth
b1 : length of section parallel to span line
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b2 : length of section normal to span line
13.2 Critical Section Stresses. The outcome of the punching shear

analysis is summarized in data column entitled Stress ratio. This is
the total stress from two-way action divided by the allowable
stress. If the stress ratio for any support exceeds limits imposed by
the code the cross section must be enlarged and/or the concrete
capacity increased and/or punching shear reinforcement provided.
Label Layer Cond. Factored Factored Stress due Stress due Total stress Allowable Stress ratio
shear moment to shear to moment stress
k k-ft ksi ksi ksi ksi
1 2 1 -211.90 +163.79 0.12 0.026 0.142 0.186 0.764
2 1 1 -341.03 -56.61 0.18 0.014 0.194 0.190 1.025
3 1 1 -395.71 +17.12 0.23 0.005 0.239 0.190 1.259
4 1 1 -196.22 -263.75 0.12 0.046 0.162 0.183 0.884
Four location classifications exist. These are Corner, Interior, End

and Edge. These conditions are differentiated in the punching
shear calculations by the number of edges that participate in
development of shear resistance. These conditions are identified at
the top of the data block. From the geometry of the problem input
by the user, ADAPT determines which of the conditions is
applicable at each support. The condition as identified by ADAPT
is listed in data column 3. Condition 1 is Interior, Condition 2 is
End, Condition 3 is Edge and Condition 4 is corner.
If ADAPT determines that a punching shear check is not

applicable for a support, such as in the case of a wall support, no
values will be printed for that joint.
Data columns 4 and 5 are the applicable factored shear and

moment at the joints. Calculated stresses due to the factored shears
and moments are shown in data columns 6 and 7.
Total stress (column 8) is the sum of stresses due to shear and

bending (sum of columns 6 and 7). Column 9 reports the
allowable stress, as determined by the applicable design code.
Column 10 reports the stress ratio. This is the total stress divided
by the allowable stress.
The contribution of the vertical component of force from post-

tensioning is conservatively omitted in determining the allowable
stress.
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13.3 Punching Shear Reinforcement. This section lists required

punching shear reinforcement. The term Dist refers to the
distance from the face of column or drop that the layer of studs is
located. If the maximum allowable shear stress is exceeded, the
program will report *. If a value is followed by * (e.g. 8*) this
refers to the distance from face of drop to the stud layer. This
would apply only if drop panels or drop caps are modeled.
Reinforcement option: Shear Studs

Stud diameter: 0.38
Number of rails per side: 1
Col. Dist Dist Dist Dist Dist Dist Dist Dist Dist Dist
in in in in in in in in in in
1
2 1.6 3.3 4.9 6.5 8.2
3 1.0 2.1 3.1 4.1 5.1 6.2 7.2
4
Dist. = Distance measured from the face of support

Note: Columns with --- have not been checked for punching shear.
Note: Columns with *** have exceeded the maximum allowable shear stress.
8.3.4.14 Section 14: Deflections
The deflection data block in the report is a summary of the

calculations showing only the maximum values obtained for each
span. Deflections for each stage shown in the data block are
calculated with due consideration of cracking and loss of stiffness.
The program utilizes hard-coded values for modulus of rupture
dictated by the selected design code.
Deflections are reported for sustained and total long-term

conditions with and without consideration of incremental live load
applied as sustained load an exposed to creep. For example, the
reports blocks shown below are for Service Combination 1
(SC1) and Service Combination 3 (SC3). These are the
combinations:
SC1: 1.0*SW + 1.0*SDL + 1.0*PT + 0.3*LL + 0.3*XL, referred

to as Sustained Load in the load combination input.
SC3: 1.0*SW + 1.0*SDL + 1.0*PT + 1.0*LL + 1.0*XL, referred

to as Total Load in the load combination input.
Note that the program allows for 2 Sustained Load combinations

and 2 Total Load combinations.
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The Sustained and Total load combination values are

determined as follows:
Example 1 Span 2 Long-Term Deflections with consideration

of incremental Live Load:
SC1 Sustained = -0.14 + (-0.06*0.3*3) = -0.20
SC1 Total = -0.20 + (-0.06*0.7) = -0.24
The sustained result is a long-term sustained deflection that

includes the factor of 0.3 multiplied by the live load deflection. In
effect, this is the portion of live load that is sustained through the
life of the structure and subject to creep. The factor of 0.3 is taken
directly from the load combination defined by the user.
The total result is the long-term total deflection which includes the
additional increment of live load taken by the factor 0.7* the live
load deflection. The factor of 0.7 is 1 the user defined live load
factor of 0.3.
The results for SC1 and SC2 (if used) are referred to as long-term
deflections.
Example 2 Span 2 Long-Term deflection without consideration

of incremental Live Load:
SC3 Sustained = -0.14 (Note that no live load is included)
SC3 Total = --0.14 + -0.06 = -0.21 (Note that this

displacement is the instantaneous deflection + creep + live load
deflection as a short term load not subject to long-term effects).
NOTE: The second data block for combinations SC3 and SC4 are
calculated identical to previous versions of the program.
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14.1 Maximum Span Deflections - Service Combination 1

Span SW SW+PT SW+PT+ SW+PT+SDL LL X Sustained Total
SDL +Creep
in in in in in in in in
1 0.04 -0.04 -0.03 -0.08(4079) -0.03(10660) 0.00(*****) -0.11(3114) -0.13(2605)
2 0.07 -0.06 -0.05 -0.14(2902) -0.06(6864) 0.00(*****) -0.20(2102) -0.24(1731)
3 0.07 -0.06 -0.05 -0.14(2902) -0.06(6865) 0.00(*****) -0.20(2103) -0.24(1731)
4 0.04 -0.04 -0.03 -0.08(4079) -0.03(10662) 0.00(*****) -0.11(3114) -0.13(2606)
14.3 Maximum Span Deflections - Service Combination 3

Span SW SW+PT SW+PT+ SW+PT+SDL LL X Sustained Total
SDL +Creep
in in in in in in in in
1 0.04 -0.04 -0.03 -0.08(4079) -0.03(10660) 0.00(*****) -0.08(4079) -0.11(3029)
2 0.07 -0.06 -0.05 -0.14(2902) -0.06(6864) 0.00(*****) -0.14(2902) -0.21(2040)
3 0.07 -0.06 -0.05 -0.14(2902) -0.06(6865) 0.00(*****) -0.14(2902) -0.21(2040)
4 0.04 -0.04 -0.03 -0.08(4079) -0.03(10662) 0.00(*****) -0.08(4079) -0.11(3029)
Note: Deflections are calculated using effective moment of inertia of cracked sections.
The concretes modulus of elasticity (Ec) used for the deflection is

calculated by ADAPT using the concrete strength input by the user
and the selected codes formula for normal-weight and light-
weight concrete. The user has the option to overwrite the code-
based modulus of elasticity and enter his/her choice.
The Creep Factor (K) is input by the user and is used in

determining long-term, time-dependent deflections as described
above.
A negative deflection value indicates deflection upward.
Values in the parentheses are the deflection ratios computed as the

length of each span divided by its maximum deflection. Deflection
ratios are entered as positive regardless of direction of deflection.
If a deflection ratio exceeds 100000, a value equal to 99999 is
entered within the parentheses.
The program checks for cracked deflection for multiple stages.

Data column 2 (SW) is deflection due only to self-weight. It should
be noted that this column of data serves only as background
information for the user, for at no time during its function is the
slab expected to be subjected to self-weight alone. Under normal
conditions either post-tensioning or shoring will be present.
SW+PT in column 3 is the immediate elastic deflection of the slab

due to the self-weight and the post-tensioning.
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SW+PT+SDL in column 4 is the immediate elastic deflection of

the slab due to the self-weight, user-defined dead loading and the
post-tensioning.
SW+PT+SDL+CREEP in column 5 is the sum of the immediate

deflection (column 4) and the deflection due to creep. The
deflection due to creep is applied to the live load as outlined in
Example 1 above. Column 5 is (1+K) times the deflection due to
SW+PT+SDL (column 4).
Deflection due to live loading (LL) is listed in column 6 and is

calculated by taking (SW+PT+SDL+LL) Column 4. This
represents the total live load deflection. From this value, the
program applies the necessary sustained load factor (0.3 by
default) and creep factor to determine that portion of long-term
deflection influenced by sustained live load.
Where X load is applied, the program determines this by taking

(SW+PT+SDL+LL+XL) (SW+PT+SDL+LL). The deflection
for X load is added directly to the sustained or total load result
with no creep factor applied.
8.3.4.15 Section15: Friction, Elongation and Long-Term Stresses (PT

mode only)
15.1 Input Parameters. This section shows the values entered

during data entry.

Type of Strand Low Relaxation Coefficient of Angular Friction (meu) 0.07000 1/rad
Age of Concrete at Stressing 5 days Coefficient of Wobble Friction (K) 0.00050 rad/m
Ec at Stressing 10500.00 MPa Ratio of Jacking Stress 0.90
Average Relative Humidity 80.00 percent Anchor Set 6.00 mm
Volume to Surface Ratio of Members 130.00 mm Tendon_A Stressing Method Both side
Es of Strand 190000.00 MPa
15.2 Long-term Losses. This section can report different

information depending on the option that the user selected for the
long-term stress loss calculation. There are three options for long-
term stress loss calculations:
Lump sum entry. A lump sum value may be calculated

by the user and entered during data input. The effective
stresses in the tendon are calculated by subtracting this
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value from the initial stresses. Since the friction and

seating losses cause the initial stresses to vary along the
tendon, the effective stresses will also vary. The lump
sum is reported in the Section 15.1 Input parameters. In
this case the section 15.2 is not reported.
Long-Term Loss calculations for unbonded tendons.
For unbonded tendons, the strain in the tendon at any
given point is not directly related to the local strain in
the concrete. The program can calculate and report an
average long-term loss value for the entire tendon based
on the average precompression in the member and
expected losses due to shrinkage, creep, elastic
shortening and relaxation of the prestressing steel. The
effective stresses in the tendon are calculated by
subtracting the average long-term loss value from the
initial stresses. To obtain these results the user has to
execute ADAPT in Force Selection mode. The section
table will show as follows:
Tendon Elastic shortening Shrinkage Creep Relaxation Total

MPa MPa MPa MPa MPa
TENDON_A 28.52 17.28 34.96 42.49 123.20
Long-Term Loss computation for grouted tendons.

Long-term stress losses in grouted tendons are a
function of the local strain in the concrete. In order to
calculate long-term stress loss for a grouted system, a
detailed strain computation must be performed along
the path of a tendon. A detailed listing of stresses and
long-term losses is available if ADAPT is executed in
Tendon Selection mode. In this case the values at left,
center and right of each span are listed as shown in the
following table:
Tendon Span Left Center Right

ksi ksi ksi
TENDON_A CL 7.29 7.57 8.16
TENDON_A 1 8.26 8.87 9.46
TENDON_A 2 9.58 9.05 9.03
ADAPT calculates the losses at 1/20th points along each span and
lists them in a file for interested users (friction_detail.dat). This is a
text file and can be viewed with any text editor or word processor.
If a friction and long-term losses calculation need to be done for a

grouted system designed with Force Selection, a lump sum must be
entered for long-term loss.
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15.3 Calculated Stresses After Friction and Long-Term Losses

(PT mode only). Shows calculated stresses after friction and long-
term loss at left, center and right of span.
Tendon Span Stress Left FL Stress Center Stress Right Stress Left Stress Center Stress Right
Only FL Only FL Only FL+LTL FL+LTL FL+LTL
ksi ksi ksi ksi ksi ksi
TENDON_A 1 215.59 218.49 224.01 203.97 206.88 212.54
TENDON_A 2 224.01 225.32 220.53 212.54 213.70 208.91
TENDON_A 3 220.53 213.85 210.36 208.91 202.23 198.75
15.4 Summary (PT mode only). Gives the average initial stress,
total long-term losses, final average stress, and final average force.
The section shows the left, right and total elongation after anchor
set. It also gives the left and right anchor set influence distances.
Tendon Avg. Initial LTL Avg. Final Avg. Final Elongation Elongation Elongation Left Anchor Right
Stress Stress Force Left Right Total Set Anchor Set
ksi ksi ksi k in in in ft ft
TENDON_A 219.45 11.60 207.85 31.89 5.80 -0.06 5.74 28.00 32.00
15.5 Critical Stress Ratios (PT mode only). The critical stress
ratios show the ratios of the calculated tendon stress to the strands
specified ultimate strength.
Tendon Stressing Left Stressing Right Anchorage Left Anchorage Max

Right
TENDON_A 0.90 0.90 0.80 0.78 0.84
15.6 Summary (PT mode only). Gives the average force per span,
tendon extents, elongation left and right of span, anchor set left and
right of span, stress at anchorage and maximum stress along the
tendon. This data block only applies if the calculation method is
Tendon Selection Method.
Tendon Force Ext. Left Start End Ext. Elong. Left Elong Right Anchor Anchor Max
Span Span Right Left Right Stress
ratio
k in in
TENDON_A 33.58 0.00 1 3 0.00 5.80 -0.06 0.80 0.78 0.84
TENDON_B 33.63 0.00 1 1 0.20 2.68 0.00 0.80 0.84 0.84
TENDON_C 32.83 0.20 3 3 0.00 0.00 2.16 0.83 0.78 0.83
Tendon column lists the types of tendons used. These may be

tendons A, B and C.
Force is the average force in each strand along the length of each
tendon. The average force is not used in the computations. It is
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listed as an indicator, since this force is often viewed as a measure

of effectiveness of a strand when comparing alternatives.
Ext. Left and Ext. Right illustrate the extent of each tendon type
into left and right spans.
Elong. Left and Elong. Right are the elongations at left and right
ends of each tendon. If a tendon type is stressed at one end only,
the elongation at the dead end will be shown by a zero (0) in the
report.
Anchor Left and Anchor Right is a ratio determined by taking

the stress after seating loss at anchorage divided by the strands
ultimate strength.
Max. Stress Ratio is the ratio of the maximum stress along each
tendon to the strands ultimate strength immediately after jacking
and seating of tendon.
Example Output for: Type A, Type B, and Type C

A solution for a grouted system in effective-force mode
with lump sum stress specification (TYPE B);
A solution for an unbonded tendon system in effective-
force mode, together with computed long-term stress
losses (TYPE A); and,
A solution for a grouted system in tendon-selection
mode with computed long-term stress loss (TYPE C).
An unbonded tendon system with tendon-selection
mode and computed long-term loss calculations also
has a report type (C) as indicated in the flow chart.
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INPUT
TENDON FORCE
ADAPT
SELECTION SELECTION
FRICTION
LT LOSS SYSTEM
PRINT
SECTION 15 UNBONDED GROUTED
TYPE C
FRICTION LOSS
FRICTION LOSS
+
+
LUMPSUM
LONG-TERM
20TH POINT LONG-TERM
LOSSES
DATA LOSSES ONLY
GRAPHICAL PRINT PRINT

DISPLAY SECTION 15 SECTION 15
TYPE A TYPE B
END
Type A
15 - FRICTION, ELONGATION AND LONG-TERM LOSSES
15.1 Input Parameters

Type of Strand Low Relaxation Coefficient of Angular Friction (meu) 0.07000 1/rad
Age of Concrete at Stressing 5 days Coefficient of Wobble Friction (K) 0.00140 rad/ft
Ec at Stressing 1523.00 ksi Ratio of Jacking Stress 0.80
Average Relative Humidity 80.00 percent Anchor Set 0.25 in
Volume to Surface Ratio of Members 0.00 in Tendon_A Stressing Method Both sides
Es of Strand 29000.00 ksi
15.2 Long-term Losses

Tendon Elastic Shortening Shrinkage Creep Relaxation Total
ksi ksi ksi ksi ksi
TENDON_A 1.19 4.04 1.61 3.54 10.48
15.3 Calculated Stresses After Friction and Long-term Losses

Tendon Span Stress Left Stress Center Stress Right Stress Left Stress Center Stress Right
FL Only FL Only FL Only FL+LTL FL+LTL FL+LTL
TENDON_A 1 177.67 182.56 189.66 167.19 172.08 179.18
TENDON_A 2 190.64 196.29 190.93 180.16 185.81 180.45
TENDON_A 3 189.97 183.44 176.94 179.49 172.96 166.46
TENDON_A CR 176.47 173.32 170.50 165.99 162.84 160.02
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15.4 Summary
Tendon Avg. LTL Avg. Final Avg. Final Elongation Elongation Elongation Left Right
Initial Stress Force Left Right Total Anchor Anchor
Stress Set Set
TENDON_A 183.20 10.48 172.72 26.94 5.59 0.00 5.59 32.03 32.5
15.5 Critical Stress Ratios

Tendon Stressing Stressing Anchorage Anchorage Max
Left Right Left Right
TENDON_A 0.80 0.80 0.66 0.64 0.73
Type B

Long term Lump Loss 1.16 ksi Ratio of Jacking Stress 0.80
Es of Strand 29000.00 ksi Anchor Set 0.25 in
Coefficient of Angular Friction (meu) 0.07000 1/rad Tendon_A Stressing Method Both sides
Coefficient of Wobble Friction (K) 0.00140 rad/ft

TENDON_A 1 178.42 183.36 190.47 177.26 182.20 189.31
TENDON_A 2 190.47 197.01 190.91 189.31 195.84 189.75
TENDON_A 3 190.91 184.38 175.52 189.75 183.21 174.36
TENDON_A CR 175.52 173.78 172.18 174.36 172.62 171.02
15.4 Summary
Tendon Avg. LTL Avg. Final Avg. Final Elongation Elongation Elongation Left Right
Initial Stress Force Left Right Total Anchor Anchor
Stress Set Set
TENDON_A 184.00 1.16 182.84 27.98 5.65 -0.01 5.64 32.76 39.83
15.5 Critical Stress Ratios

Tendon Stressing Stressing Anchorage Anchorage Max
Left Right Left Right
TENDON_A 0.80 0.80 0.66 0.64 0.73
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Type C

Type of Strand Low Relaxation Coefficient of Wobble Friction (K) 0.00140 rad/ft
Age of Concrete at Stressing 5 days Ratio of Jacking Stress 0.80
Ec at Stressing 1523.00 ksi Anchor Set 0.25 in
Average Relative Humidity 80.00 percent Tendon_A Stressing Method Both sides
Volume to Surface Ratio of Members 0.00 in Tendon_B Stressing Method Left side
Es of Strand 29000.00 ksi Tendon_C Stressing Method Right side
Coefficient of Angular Friction (meu) 0.07000 1/rad
15.2 Long-term Losses

Tendon Span Left Center Right
ksi ksi ksi
TENDON_A 1 7.92 10.17 10.97
TENDON_A 2 10.90 11.20 10.89
TENDON_A 3 10.95 10.45 8.77
TENDON_A CR 9.26 7.65 7.30
TENDON_B 1 7.73 10.17 10.85
TENDON_B 2 10.86 0.00 0.00
TENDON_B 3 0.00 0.00 0.00
TENDON_B CR 0.00 0.00 0.00
TENDON_C 1 0.00 0.00 0.00
TENDON_C 2 0.00 0.00 10.84
TENDON_C 3 10.95 10.45 8.77
TENDON_C CR 9.26 7.65 7.30

TENDON_A 1 178.42 183.36 190.47 170.44 173.20 179.44
TENDON_A 2 190.47 197.01 190.91 179.58 185.83 180.02
TENDON_A 3 190.91 184.38 175.52 180.02 173.92 166.95
TENDON_A CR 175.52 173.78 172.18 166.23 166.08 164.78
TENDON_B 1 177.12 182.05 189.17 169.42 171.89 178.28
TENDON_B 2 189.17 0.00 0.00 178.42 0.00 0.00
TENDON_B 3 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
TENDON_B CR 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
TENDON_C 1 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
TENDON_C 2 0.00 0.00 191.05 0.00 0.00 180.17
TENDON_C 3 191.05 184.38 175.52 180.17 173.92 166.95
TENDON_C CR 175.52 173.78 172.18 166.23 166.08 164.78
15.6 Summary
Tendon Force Ext. Start End Ext. Elong. Left Elong Right Anchor Anchor Max
Left Span Span Right Left Right Stress
ratio
k in in
TENDON_A 28.15 0.00 1 CR 0.00 5.65 -0.01 0.66 0.64 0.73
TENDON_B 28.13 0.00 1 1 0.20 1.88 0.00 0.66 0.71 0.71
TENDON_C 27.58 0.20 3 CR 0.00 0.00 2.43 0.72 0.64 0.72
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8.3.5 Detailed Report
The detailed report consists of listing of values at 1/20th points along each
span. As an example, the following tables illustrate partial listings of those
results available in the Detailed Report settings. Selected detailed results
of the analysis and design at 1/20th points along each span may be
included in the comprehensive output using the report setup dialog box.
Detailed output for a portion of the results are available after completion
of the run. The remainder of the detailed results are available after
execution of the analysis and design post-processors. All of the detailed
output files are written to separate data files with the .DAT extension and
located in the model files location. These files may be accessed by the
user.
8.3.5.1 Section 21: Tendon Heights (PT mode only)
The detailed tendon height output reports the height of the centroid of each
tendon type at 1/20th points along each span. The data is stored in the
PTCGS.DAT file.
X/L X CGS A CGS B CGS C

ft in in in
SPAN 1
0.00 0.000 18.42 18.42 18.42
0.05 1.425 17.81 17.81 17.81
0.10 2.850 15.99 15.99 15.99
0.15 4.275 13.71 13.71 13.71
0.20 5.700 11.73 11.73 11.73
0.25 7.125 10.05 10.05 10.05
0.30 8.550 8.68 8.68 8.68
0.35 9.975 7.62 7.62 7.62
0.40 11.400 6.86 6.86 6.86
0.45 12.825 6.40 6.40 6.40
0.50 14.250 6.25 6.25 6.25
0.55 15.675 6.45 6.45 6.45
0.60 17.100 7.04 7.04 7.04
0.65 18.525 8.02 8.02 8.02
0.70 19.950 9.40 9.40 9.40
0.75 21.375 11.17 11.17 11.17
0.80 22.800 13.34 13.34 13.34
0.85 24.225 15.90 15.90 15.90
0.90 25.650 18.85 18.85 18.85
0.95 27.075 21.21 21.21 21.21
1.00 28.500 22.00 22.00 22.00
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8.3.5.2 Section 22: Post-tensioning Balanced Loading (PT mode only)
This option lists the equivalent loading (balanced loads) generated

to substitute the post-tensioning obtained in ADAPTs final design.
These loads can be used as an applied loading in an independent
general frame program to verify the accuracy of ADAPT post-
tensioning solutions.
Span Type W F M a b
k/ft k k-ft ft ft
1 3 13.928 0.00 2.85
1 3 18.021 25.65 28.50
1 3 -3.482 2.85 14.25
1 3 -4.505 14.25 25.65
2 3 15.158 0.00 3.50
2 3 15.158 31.50 35.00
2 3 -3.789 3.50 17.50
2 3 -3.789 17.50 31.50
3 3 15.158 0.00 3.50
3 3 15.158 31.50 35.00
3 3 -3.789 3.50 17.50
3 3 -3.789 17.50 31.50
4 3 18.021 0.00 2.85
4 3 13.928 25.65 28.50
4 3 -4.505 2.85 14.25
4 3 -3.482 14.25 25.65
1 4 -0.26 28.50
4 4 0.26 0.00
2 4 -50.77 15.00
2 4 50.77 20.00
3 4 -50.77 15.00
3 4 50.77 20.00
8.3.5.3 Section 23: Detailed Moments
This section reports moments for all load cases and enveloped
(max/min) results when skip loading is active at 1/20th points
along each span.
SPAN 1
X/L X SW SDL XL LL Min LL Max PT Secondary
ft k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft
0.00 0.00 -89.64 -19.08 0.00 -223.87 33.04 133.05 133.08
0.05 1.43 -56.29 -12.01 0.00 -147.19 27.12 119.88 134.06
0.10 2.85 -26.79 -5.74 0.00 -78.64 21.20 78.44 135.04
0.15 4.28 -1.12 -0.29 0.00 -18.21 15.28 26.39 136.01
0.20 5.70 20.71 4.35 0.00 8.34 44.42 -18.60 136.99
0.25 7.12 38.70 8.17 0.00 3.07 82.08 -56.51 137.97
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0.30 8.55 52.85 11.19 0.00 -2.47 114.35 -87.35 138.95

0.35 9.98 63.16 13.39 0.00 -8.39 142.29 -111.12 139.92
0.40 11.40 69.63 14.78 0.00 -14.31 162.11 -127.82 140.90
0.45 12.83 72.26 15.36 0.00 -20.22 173.81 -137.45 141.88
0.50 14.25 71.05 15.12 0.00 -26.14 177.38 -140.01 142.85
0.55 15.68 66.00 14.08 0.00 -32.06 172.83 -134.45 143.83
0.60 17.10 57.10 12.22 0.00 -37.98 160.16 -119.75 144.81
0.65 18.53 44.37 9.55 0.00 -43.90 139.37 -95.91 145.78
0.70 19.95 27.80 6.06 0.00 -49.81 110.45 -62.91 146.76
0.75 21.38 7.39 1.77 0.00 -55.73 73.41 -20.77 147.74
0.80 22.80 -16.86 -3.34 0.00 -61.65 28.25 30.53 148.72
0.85 24.23 -44.95 -9.26 0.00 -99.45 -25.03 90.97 149.69
0.90 25.65 -76.88 -15.99 0.00 -167.37 -65.45 160.56 150.67
0.95 27.08 -112.65 -23.54 0.00 -243.42 -70.72 216.42 151.65
1.00 28.50 -152.26 -31.89 0.00 -327.59 -75.99 235.70 152.62
8.3.5.4 Section 24: Detailed Shears
This section reports shears for all load cases and enveloped
(max/min) results when skip loading is active at 1/20th points
along each span.
SPAN 1
X/L X SW SDL XL LL Min LL Max PT Secondary
ft k k k k k k k
0.00 0.00 -24.75 -5.25 0.00 4.15 -56.66 -0.68 -0.69
0.05 1.43 -22.06 -4.68 0.00 4.15 -50.96 19.17 -0.69
0.10 2.85 -19.36 -4.11 0.00 4.15 -45.26 39.02 -0.69
0.15 4.28 -16.67 -3.54 0.00 4.15 -39.56 34.06 -0.69
0.20 5.70 -13.97 -2.97 0.00 4.15 -33.86 29.09 -0.69
0.25 7.12 -11.28 -2.40 0.00 4.15 -28.16 24.13 -0.69
0.30 8.55 -8.58 -1.83 0.00 4.15 -22.46 19.17 -0.69
0.35 9.98 -5.89 -1.26 0.00 4.15 -16.76 14.21 -0.69
0.40 11.40 -3.19 -0.69 0.00 4.15 -11.06 9.25 -0.69
0.45 12.83 -0.50 -0.12 0.00 4.15 -5.36 4.29 -0.69
0.50 14.25 2.20 0.45 0.00 4.92 0.00 -0.68 -0.69
0.55 15.68 4.89 1.02 0.00 10.62 0.00 -7.10 -0.69
0.60 17.10 7.59 1.59 0.00 16.32 0.00 -13.52 -0.69
0.65 18.53 10.28 2.16 0.00 22.02 0.00 -19.94 -0.69
0.70 19.95 12.98 2.73 0.00 27.72 0.00 -26.36 -0.69
0.75 21.38 15.67 3.30 0.00 33.42 0.00 -32.78 -0.69
0.80 22.80 18.37 3.87 0.00 39.12 0.00 -39.20 -0.69
0.85 24.23 21.06 4.44 0.00 44.82 0.00 -45.62 -0.69
0.90 25.65 23.75 5.01 0.00 50.52 0.00 -52.03 -0.69
0.95 27.08 26.45 5.58 0.00 56.22 0.00 -26.36 -0.69
1.00 28.50 29.14 6.15 0.00 61.92 0.00 -0.68 -0.69
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8.3.5.5 Section 25: Factored Moments and Reactions
This section reports factored design moments for Strength load

combinations. The envelope of factored moments is shown in
Section 8.
Load Combination: 1.20SW + 1.60LL + 1.20SDL + 1.60XL + 1.00SEC
Factored Design Moments (Not Redistributed)

1 -213.43 88.63 530.06 204.43 -434.73 -136.36
2 -503.88 -58.81 627.93 242.08 -523.01 -87.22
3 -523.02 -87.22 627.93 242.09 -503.83 -58.90
4 -434.73 -136.35 530.05 204.43 -213.44 88.62
Reactions and Column Moments

1 127.34 30.04 55.45 -355.55 0.00 0.00
2 293.00 177.48 333.93 -375.53 0.00 0.00
3 305.55 189.47 412.80 -412.80 0.00 0.00
4 292.99 177.47 375.54 -333.93 0.00 0.00
5 127.34 30.04 355.55 -55.44 0.00 0.00
Factored Design Moments (Redistributed)

1 -216.34 90.13 543.04 196.91 -457.58 -123.20 0.00 -4.38
2 -458.36 -65.47 635.81 295.13 -477.58 -78.85 9.94 9.58
3 -477.58 -78.85 635.81 295.13 -458.25 -65.47 9.59 9.94
4 -457.47 -123.19 542.94 196.87 -216.35 90.12 -4.35 0.00
8.3.5.6 Section 26: Factored Lateral Moments
This section reports factored design moments for lateral load

combinations. The envelope of factored moments is shown in
Section 9.
Load Combination: 1.20 SW +1.00 LL +1.20 SDL +1.00 XL +1.00 LAT
Factored Lateral Moments (Not Redistributed)

1 +99.26 -89.52 +423.70 +220.16 -307.43 -120.94
2 -278.60 -0.44 +506.92 +265.77 -374.08 -101.71
3 -290.08 -17.70 +506.92 +265.77 -362.54 -84.45
4 -252.34 -65.84 +423.60 +220.06 -144.63 +44.15
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Factored Lateral Moments (Redistributed)

1 100.80 -89.02 434.67 239.48 -277.68 -109.24 0.00 11.02
2 -275.06 -0.11 517.65 291.89 -337.23 -91.74 1.82 11.07
3 -322.97 -19.47 515.72 272.48 -328.07 -76.23 -11.07 11.07
4 -281.80 -73.53 424.18 208.22 -147.23 44.29 -11.02 0.00
8.3.5.7 Section 27: Detailed Stresses (PT mode only)
This section reports top and bottom fiber stresses for individual
load cases. When skip loading is active, stresses due to live load
are enveloped. Initial and Service combination results are also
reported with enveloped results provided when skip loading is
active.
SPAN 1
X/L X SW SW SDL SDL XL XL LL Top LL Top LL Bot LL Bot PT PT
Top Bot Top Bot Top Bot Max-T Max-C Max-T Max-C Top Bot
ft psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi spi
0.00 0.00
0.05 1.43 126. -241. 27. -51. 0. 0. 329. -61. 116. -629. -421. 359.
0.10 2.85 60. -114. 13. -25. 0. 0. 176. -47. 91. -336. -329. 182.
0.15 4.28 2. -5. 1. -1. 0. 0. 41. -34. 65. -78. -212. -41.
0.20 5.70 -46. 88. -10. 19. 0. 0. -19. -99. 190. 36. -112. -233.
0.25 7.12 -86. 165. -18. 35. 0. 0. -7. -183. 351. 13. -27. -395.
0.30 8.55 -118. 226. -25. 48. 0. 0. 6. -255. 489. -11. 41. -527.
0.35 9.98 -141. 270. -30. 57. 0. 0. 19. -318. 608. -36. 95. -628.
0.40 11.40 -155. 297. -33. 63. 0. 0. 32. -362. 693. -61. 132. -700.
0.45 12.83 -161. 309. -34. 66. 0. 0. 45. -388. 743. -86. 153. -741.
0.50 14.25 -159. 304. -34. 65. 0. 0. 58. -396. 758. -112. 159. -752.
0.55 15.68 -147. 282. -31. 60. 0. 0. 72. -386. 738. -137. 147. -728.
0.60 17.10 -127. 244. -27. 52. 0. 0. 85. -358. 684. -162. 114. -665.
0.65 18.53 -99. 190. -21. 41. 0. 0. 98. -311. 595. -188. 61. -563.
0.70 19.95 -62. 119. -14. 26. 0. 0. 111. -247. 472. -213. -13. -422.
0.75 21.38 -17. 32. -4. 8. 0. 0. 124. -164. 314. -238. -107. -242.
0.80 22.80 38. -72. 7. -14. 0. 0. 138. -63. 121. -263. -222. -23.
0.85 24.23 100. -192. 21. -40. 0. 0. 222. 56. -107. -425. -357. 235.
0.90 25.65 172. -328. 36. -68. 0. 0. 374. 146. -280. -715. -512. 532.
0.95 27.08 252. -481. 53. -101. 0. 0. 543. 158. -302. -1040. -637. 771.
1.00 28.50
X/L X Initial Initial Initial Initial Env-1 Env-1 Env-1 Env-1 Env-2 Env-2 Env-2 Env-2
ft psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi psi
0.00 0.00
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0.05 1.43 ----- -359. 172. ----- ----- -287. 102. -122. 60. -329. 183. -562.
0.10 2.85 ----- -318. 94. ----- ----- -270. 70. -58. ----- -303. 133. -293.
0.15 4.28 ----- -242. ----- -52. ----- -220. ----- -70. ----- -243. 18. -125.
0.20 5.70 ----- -175. ----- -179. ----- -198. ----- -115. ----- -267. 64. -90.
0.25 7.12 ----- -118. ----- -289. ----- -187. ----- -191. ----- -315. 156. -182.
0.30 8.55 ----- -70. ----- -380. ----- -178. ----- -256. ----- -357. 235. -264.
0.35 9.98 ----- -32. ----- -453. ----- -172. ----- -312. ----- -394. 307. -337.
0.40 11.40 ----- -4. ----- -507. ----- -165. ----- -357. ----- -419. 354. -400.
0.45 12.83 15. ----- ----- -543. ----- -159. ----- -392. 3. -430. 376. -453.
0.50 14.25 24. ----- ----- -561. ----- -152. ----- -417. 25. -429. 374. -495.
0.55 15.68 21. ----- ----- -555. ----- -148. ----- -427. 39. -418. 353. -523.
0.60 17.10 3. ----- ----- -521. ----- -148. ----- -418. 44. -399. 315. -531.
0.65 18.53 ----- -29. ----- -458. ----- -153. ----- -389. 38. -371. 263. -521.
0.70 19.95 ----- -77. ----- -367. ----- -163. ----- -342. 22. -335. 194. -491.
0.75 21.38 ----- -140. ----- -247. ----- -177. ----- -275. ----- -292. 110. -441.
0.80 22.80 ----- -217. ----- -99. ----- -196. ----- -188. ----- -240. 11. -373.
0.85 24.23 ----- -310. 78. ----- ----- -219. ----- -124. ----- -180. ----- -421.
0.90 25.65 ----- -417. 284. ----- ----- -261. 52. -79. 69. -159. ----- -579.
0.95 27.08 ----- -481. 405. ----- ----- -285. 99. -123. 211. -175. ----- -851.
1.00 28.50
8.3.5.8 Section 28: Required Post-tensioning (PT mode only)
The post-tensioning force required from allowable tensile stress

input at 1/20th point along each span is calculated and listed in this
table.
X/L X PT X PT X PT X PT
ft k ft k ft k ft k
SPAN 1 SPAN 2 SPAN 3 SPAN 4
0.00 0.00 --- 0.00 --- 0.00 --- 0.00 ---
0.05 1.43 65.37 1.75 186.67 1.75 198.09 1.43 203.66
0.10 2.85 0.00 3.50 67.40 3.50 86.19 2.85 108.17
0.15 4.28 0.00 5.25 0.00 5.25 0.00 4.28 0.00
0.20 5.70 0.00 7.00 0.00 7.00 0.00 5.70 0.00
0.25 7.12 119.02 8.75 112.63 8.75 117.32 7.12 0.00
0.30 8.55 201.03 10.50 202.98 10.50 211.79 8.55 154.64
0.35 9.98 245.22 12.25 239.31 12.25 245.26 9.98 219.48
0.40 11.40 267.33 14.00 251.29 14.00 254.83 11.40 250.67
0.45 12.82 276.46 15.75 276.57 15.75 278.53 12.82 267.38
0.50 14.25 275.81 17.50 275.71 17.50 275.71 14.25 275.80
0.55 15.68 267.37 19.25 278.53 19.25 276.56 15.68 276.46
0.60 17.10 250.68 21.00 254.83 21.00 251.30 17.10 267.33
0.65 18.52 219.49 22.75 245.27 22.75 239.35 18.52 245.23
0.70 19.95 154.63 24.50 211.83 24.50 203.02 19.95 201.02
0.75 21.38 0.00 26.25 117.42 26.25 112.72 21.38 119.00
0.80 22.80 0.00 28.00 0.00 28.00 0.00 22.80 0.00
0.85 24.23 0.00 29.75 0.00 29.75 0.00 24.23 0.00
0.90 25.65 108.18 31.50 86.15 31.50 67.35 25.65 0.00
0.95 27.08 203.68 33.25 198.07 33.25 186.63 27.08 65.40
1.00 28.50 --- 35.00 --- 35.00 --- 28.50 ---
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8.3.5.9 Section 29: Detailed Rebar
The rebar required at 1/20th point along each span is listed in this
table. Analysis refers to rebar required for Strength (ultimate)
conditions, including the UBC special load combination when
applied to the model. Minimum refers to reinforcement required
for Service and Initial conditions. The selected reinforcement is the
enveloped amount from the Analysis and Minimum conditions.
SPAN 1
X/L X Analysis Analysis Minimum Minimum Selected Selected
Top Bot Top Bot Top Bot
ft in2 in2 in2 in2 in2 in2
0.04 1.16 0.00 0.00 2.23 0.48 2.23 0.48
0.05 1.42 0.00 0.00 2.23 0.49 2.23 0.49
0.10 2.85 0.00 0.00 2.23 0.00 2.23 0.00
0.15 4.27 0.00 0.00 2.23 0.00 2.23 0.00
0.20 5.70 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
0.25 7.13 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
0.30 8.55 0.00 0.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.25
0.35 9.97 0.00 0.55 0.00 1.38 0.00 1.38
0.40 11.40 0.00 0.75 0.00 1.38 0.00 1.38
0.45 12.82 0.00 0.89 0.00 1.38 0.00 1.38
0.50 14.25 0.00 0.88 0.00 1.38 0.00 1.38
0.55 15.68 0.00 0.80 0.00 1.38 0.00 1.38
0.60 17.10 0.00 0.61 0.00 1.38 0.00 1.38
0.65 18.52 0.00 0.43 0.00 1.38 0.00 1.38
0.70 19.95 0.00 0.16 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.16
0.75 21.37 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
0.80 22.80 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
0.85 24.23 0.00 0.00 2.23 0.00 2.23 0.00
0.90 25.65 0.00 0.00 2.23 1.01 2.23 1.01
0.95 27.07 0.00 0.00 2.23 1.63 2.23 1.63
0.96 27.34 0.03 0.00 2.23 1.64 2.23 1.64
8.3.5.10 Section 30: Punching Shear Reinforcement

Reinforcement option: Stud
Stud diameter: 0.38
Number of rails per side: 1
Column - 2
Layer Cond. a d b1 b2 Vu Mu Stress Allow. Ratio As NStuds Dist.
in in in in k k-ft ksi ksi in2 in
1 2 17.19 34.38 35.19 46.37 -250.14 -1.15 0.082 0.215 0.38 0.00 0 0.00
2 2 17.19 34.38 295.23 82.37 -250.14 -1.15 0.025 0.145 0.17 0.00 0 0.00
Dist. = Distance between shear studs between layers
Note: Columns with --- have not been checked for punching shear.
Note: Columns with *** have exceeded the maximum allowable shear stress.
Legend (30):
Layer : The layer of the reinforcement for each column
Cond. : 1 = Interior 2 = End 3 = Edge 4 = Corner
a : The distance between the layer and face of column or drop cap (d/2)
d : Effective depth
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b1 : length of section parallel to span line

b2 : length of section normal to span line
Vu : Factored shear
Mu : Factored moment
Stress : Maximum stress
Allow : Allowable stress
Ratio : Ratio of calculated to allowable stress
As : Required area of reinforcement
Nstud : Number of shear studs between layers on each rail
Dist : Distance between stud layers along each rail
8.3.5.11 Section 32: Detailed Friction and Long-Term Stress Losses

(PT mode only)
This report is available when the Tendon Selection method is used

as the calculation method. At 1/20th point along each span, the
initial stress (stress at force transfer), long-term losses and final
stresses for the tendons are reported.
X/L X Initial Longterm Final X Initial Longterm Final

Stress Loss Stress Stress Loss Stress
ft ksi ksi ksi ft ksi ksi ksi
SPAN 1 SPAN 2
0.00 0.00 64.18 8.76 55.41 0.00 48.21 8.76 39.46
0.05 1.43 63.75 8.76 54.98 1.75 46.43 8.76 37.66
0.10 2.85 62.25 8.76 53.50 3.50 45.31 8.76 36.56
0.15 4.28 61.44 8.76 52.67 5.25 44.35 8.76 35.60
0.20 5.70 60.74 8.76 51.99 7.00 43.55 8.76 34.80
0.25 7.13 60.06 8.76 51.31 8.75 42.77 8.76 34.00
0.30 8.55 59.38 8.76 50.61 10.50 41.96 8.76 33.20
0.35 9.97 58.70 8.76 49.93 12.25 41.17 8.76 32.42
0.40 11.40 58.01 8.76 49.24 14.00 40.39 8.76 31.63
0.45 12.82 57.35 8.76 48.58 15.75 39.60 8.76 30.84
0.50 14.25 56.66 8.76 47.89 17.50 38.82 8.76 30.07
0.55 15.68 55.95 8.76 47.18 19.25 38.04 8.76 29.28
0.60 17.10 55.20 8.76 46.44 21.00 37.27 8.76 28.50
0.65 18.52 54.46 8.76 45.70 22.75 36.50 8.76 27.73
0.70 19.95 53.72 8.76 44.95 24.50 35.71 8.76 26.96
0.75 21.38 52.98 8.76 44.22 26.25 34.96 8.76 26.20
0.80 22.80 52.23 8.76 43.48 28.00 34.19 8.76 25.44
0.85 24.23 51.51 8.76 42.74 29.75 33.43 8.76 24.67
0.90 25.65 50.78 8.76 42.01 31.50 32.68 8.76 23.93
0.95 27.08 49.90 8.76 41.13 33.25 31.78 8.76 23.03
1.00 28.50 48.21 8.76 39.46 35.00 30.14 8.76 21.38
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8.3.5.12 Section 32: Unbalanced Moment Reinforcement
32.1 Unbalanced Moment Reinforcement - No Redistribution.

This table shows unbalanced moments for Strength load
combinations when redistribution is not applied.
Load Combination: STRENGTH_1_Max_LL

Joint Gamma Gamma Width Width Moment Left Moment As Top As Bot n Bar n Bar
Left Right Left Right Right Top Bot
ft ft k-ft k-ft in2 in2
1 0.00 0.78 0.00 27.00 0.00 22.49 0.00 0.00 0 0
2 0.59 0.59 10.00 10.00 -5.94 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 0
3 0.59 0.59 10.00 10.00 -0.94 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 0
32.2 Unbalanced Moment Reinforcement Redistributed. This

table shows unbalanced moments for Strength load combinations
when redistribution is applied.
Load Combination: STRENGTH_2_Max_LL_Pos_Lat

Joint Gamma Gamma Width Width Moment Left Moment As Top As Bot n Bar n Bar
Left Right Left Right Right Top Bot
ft ft k-ft k-ft in2 in2
1 0.00 0.78 0.00 27.00 0.00 105.65 0.00 0.00 0 0
2 0.59 0.59 10.00 10.00 -194.82 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 0
3 0.59 0.59 10.00 10.00 -186.15 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 0
8.3.5.13 Section 34: Demand Moment and Moment Capacity
This data block lists the demand moment and the moment
capacity for the 1/20th points along each span based on the user
selection in the Design settings input screen. Columns 7 and 8 of
this table list the ratio of the demand over capacity for both
positive and negative moments. The demand moment is the
worst-case moment for all Strength combinations.
34.1 Based on User Entered Values. The capacity listed in this

section is calculated with respect to base (user-defined)
reinforcement and PT.
SPAN 1
X/L X Demand Demand Moment Moment Demand/Cap Demand/Cap
Moment Pos Moment Neg Capacity Pos Capacity Neg acity Pos acity Neg
ft k-ft k-ft k-ft k-ft
0.00 0.00 100.15 -215.35 171.36 -585.08 0.58 0.37
0.04 1.16 100.70 -216.14 184.77 -572.90 0.55 0.38
0.05 1.42 107.89 -186.00 188.82 -570.62 0.57 0.33
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0.10 2.85 143.78 -32.06 183.12 -519.05 0.79 0.06

0.15 4.28 174.15 0.00 245.74 -464.68 0.71 0.00
0.20 5.70 243.33 0.00 296.22 -224.36 0.82 0.00
0.25 7.12 332.31 0.00 344.59 -185.40 0.96 0.00
0.30 8.55 406.78 0.00 410.58 -155.31 0.99 0.00
0.35 9.97 468.90 0.00 559.64 -135.17 0.84 0.00
0.40 11.40 512.15 0.00 585.06 -117.75 0.88 0.00
0.45 12.83 536.70 0.00 596.54 -107.29 0.90 0.00
0.50 14.25 542.52 0.00 602.65 -104.00 0.90 0.00
0.55 15.68 529.39 0.00 595.42 -108.31 0.89 0.00
0.60 17.10 497.78 0.00 578.33 -121.87 0.86 0.00
0.65 18.52 447.32 0.00 547.56 -144.49 0.82 0.00
0.70 19.95 377.99 0.00 380.25 -171.14 0.99 0.00
0.75 21.38 290.02 0.00 312.04 -211.49 0.93 0.00
0.80 22.80 183.33 0.00 252.77 -262.37 0.73 0.00
0.85 24.22 81.19 -91.48 185.56 -516.83 0.44 0.18
0.90 25.65 44.10 -247.94 216.28 -602.64 0.20 0.41
0.95 27.07 2.62 -423.21 221.17 -666.89 0.01 0.63
0.96 27.34 0.00 -457.14 220.25 -670.85 0.00 0.68
1.00 28.50 0.00 -457.93 204.08 -686.51 0.00 0.67
34.2 Based on Designed Values. The capacity listed in this

section is calculated with respect to base (user-defined)
reinforcement, PT and program-calculated reinforcement.
8.3.5.14 Section 35: Detailed Deflections
This data block lists sustained and total deflections at 1/20th

points for Service combinations. Examples of how Sustained and
Total deflection values in Columns 9 and 10 are calculated are
described in detail in Section 8.3.4.14 of this manual.
35.1 - Detailed Deflections - Service Combination 1
SPAN 1
X/L X SW SW+PT SW+PT+SD SW+PT+SD LL XL Sustained Total
L L+Creep
ft in in in in in in in in
0.00 0.0 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000
0.05 1.4 0.005 -0.002 -0.001 -0.004 0.012 0.000 0.006 0.014
0.10 2.8 0.011 -0.006 -0.004 -0.012 0.027 0.000 -0.016 0.031
0.15 4.2 0.017 -0.011 -0.007 -0.022 0.043 0.000 -0.028 0.047
0.20 5.7 0.024 -0.016 -0.011 -0.034 0.060 0.000 -0.043 0.062
0.25 7.1 0.030 -0.022 -0.016 -0.047 0.077 0.000 -0.059 0.076
0.30 8.5 0.035 -0.027 -0.019 -0.058 0.091 0.000 -0.073 0.088
0.35 9.9 0.039 -0.031 -0.023 -0.069 -0.020 0.000 -0.087 -0.101
0.40 11.4 0.042 -0.034 -0.026 -0.077 -0.023 0.000 -0.098 -0.114
0.45 12.8 0.043 -0.036 -0.027 -0.082 -0.026 0.000 -0.106 -0.124
0.50 14.2 0.043 -0.037 -0.028 -0.084 -0.029 0.000 -0.110 -0.130
0.55 15.6 0.041 -0.036 -0.027 -0.082 -0.031 0.000 -0.110 -0.131
0.60 17.1 0.037 -0.034 -0.026 -0.077 -0.032 0.000 -0.106 -0.128
0.65 18.5 0.033 -0.030 -0.023 -0.069 -0.032 0.000 -0.098 -0.120
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0.70 19.9 0.027 -0.025 -0.019 -0.058 -0.031 0.000 -0.086 -0.108
0.75 21.3 0.021 -0.019 -0.015 -0.045 -0.030 0.000 -0.071 -0.092
0.80 22.8 0.015 -0.014 -0.010 -0.031 -0.027 0.000 -0.055 -0.074
0.85 24.2 0.009 -0.008 -0.006 -0.018 -0.022 0.000 -0.038 -0.054
0.90 25.6 0.004 -0.003 -0.003 -0.008 -0.017 0.000 -0.023 -0.034
0.95 27.0 0.001 -0.001 0.000 -0.001 0.011 0.000 -0.010 0.016
1.00 28.5 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000
8.3.5.15 Section 36: Detailed Deflections Live Load
This data block deflections at 1/20th points for live load skip
patterns when applied to a model. The Max and Min values are
reported along with Creep Max and Creep Min. deflections. The
creep deflections are those used to determined sustained and total
long-term deflections. The Creep Max and Creep Min deflections
are calculated as follows:
Example Span 1 @ X/L 0.50 for SC1:
Creep Max = LL Max*0.3*(K+1)
= 0.120*0.3*3 = 0.108
Creep Min = LL Min*0.3*(K+1)
= -0.029*0.3*3 = -0.026
The Creep factor (K) is user-defined in the material assignment

input and the factor of 0.3 is that defined in the Sustained Load
combination.
Note that for Service Total Load combinations 3 and 4, the Creep
Max and Creep Min values are reported and calculated as zero
(0). For these combinations, long-term effects due to live load are
not considered.
36.1 - Detailed Deflections Live Load - Service Combination 1
SPAN 1
X/L X LL1 LL2 LL3 LL4 LL5 LL6 LL Max LL Min Creep Creep
Max Min
ft in in in in in in in in in in
0.00 0.0 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000
0.05 1.4 0.010 -0.002 0.012 0.012 0.010 -0.002 0.012 -0.002 0.010 -0.002
0.10 2.8 0.022 -0.004 0.027 0.026 0.022 -0.004 0.027 -0.004 0.024 -0.004
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0.15 4.2 0.036 -0.007 0.043 0.043 0.036 -0.006 0.043 -0.007 0.039 -0.006
0.20 5.7 0.050 -0.010 0.060 0.060 0.049 -0.009 0.060 -0.010 0.054 -0.009
0.25 7.1 0.063 -0.013 0.077 0.077 0.062 -0.012 0.077 -0.013 0.069 -0.012
0.30 8.5 0.074 -0.017 0.091 0.091 0.073 -0.015 0.091 -0.017 0.082 -0.015
0.35 9.9 0.083 -0.020 0.103 0.103 0.081 -0.018 0.103 -0.020 0.093 -0.018
0.40 11.4 0.089 -0.023 0.113 0.112 0.087 -0.021 0.113 -0.023 0.101 -0.021
0.45 12.8 0.092 -0.026 0.118 0.118 0.089 -0.023 0.118 -0.026 0.106 -0.024
0.50 14.2 0.091 -0.029 0.120 0.120 0.088 -0.026 0.120 -0.029 0.108 -0.026
0.55 15.6 0.087 -0.031 0.118 0.118 0.084 -0.027 0.118 -0.031 0.106 -0.028
0.60 17.1 0.080 -0.032 0.112 0.112 0.077 -0.028 0.112 -0.032 0.101 -0.029
0.65 18.5 0.070 -0.032 0.102 0.102 0.067 -0.029 0.102 -0.032 0.092 -0.029
0.70 19.9 0.059 -0.031 0.090 0.090 0.055 -0.028 0.090 -0.031 0.081 -0.028
0.75 21.3 0.046 -0.030 0.075 0.075 0.043 -0.026 0.075 -0.030 0.068 -0.027
0.80 22.8 0.032 -0.027 0.059 0.059 0.029 -0.024 0.059 -0.027 0.053 -0.024
0.85 24.2 0.019 -0.022 0.042 0.042 0.017 -0.020 0.042 -0.022 0.038 -0.020
0.90 25.6 0.009 -0.017 0.025 0.025 0.007 -0.015 0.025 -0.017 0.023 -0.015
0.95 27.0 0.002 -0.009 0.011 0.011 0.001 -0.008 0.011 -0.009 0.010 -0.008
1.00 28.5 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000
8.3.6 Graphical Report
The graphical display includes print-plots of critical graphical information,

such as moments, deflections, stresses, post-tensioning and reinforcement.
8.3.6.1 PT Force
Post-Tensioning Diagrams
File: Mnl5-2
Post-Tensioning Required Post-Tensioning Provided
550
556.6
500
450
400
Post-Tensioning [kips]
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
0.102
0
Span 1 Span 2 Span 3 Right Cantilever
POST-TENSIONING REQUIRED AND PROVIDED
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8.3.6.2 PT-Profile
Tendon Height Diagram
File: Mnl5-2
10 9.000
Tendon Height [in]

-5
-10
-15 -16.50
-20
-25
POST-TENSIONING PROFILE
8.3.6.3 Deflection
Deflection Diagrams
File: Mnl5-2
Service Envelope Max Service Envelope Min

0.099
-0.10
0.077
-0.05
Deflection [in]
0.00
0.05
0.10 -0.112
-0.154
0.15
DEFLECTION
8.3.6.4 Load Cases

LOAD CASE: Super Imposed Dead Load
Moment Diagrams (No Redistribution) Shear Diagrams

File: Mnl5-2 File: Mnl5-2
-300
287.6 62.62
-250 50
-200
-150 25
Moment [k-ft]
-100
Shear [k]
0
-50
0
-25
50
100 -50
-148.0 -62.61
150
Span 1 Span 2 Span 3 Right Cantilever Span 1 Span 2 Span 3 Right Cantilever
MOMENT SHEAR
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Chapter 8 REPORTS
Stress Diagrams Deflection Diagrams

File: Mnl5-2 [(+)Tension (Limit=164.3) (-)Compression (Limit=-1800.)] File: Mnl5-2
0.003
Superimposed Dead Load Top Superimposed Dead Load Bottom -0.003
100
90.00 92.00 -0.002
-0.001
50
-0.000
0.001
Deflection [in]
0
Stress [psi]
0.002
0.003
-55.00
-50
0.004
0.005
-100 0.006
0.007
-150.0 -0.008
-150 0.008
Span 1 Span 2 Span 3 Right Cantilever Span 1 Span 2 Span 3 Right Cantilever
STRESS DEFLECTION
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8.3.6.5 Load Combination

LOAD COMBINATION: SERVICE_1_Max_LL
Stress Diagrams Stress Diagrams
Project: "TWO-WAY EQUIVALENT FRAME SLAB EXAMPLE FOR A D A P T" / Load Case: SERVICE_1_Max_LL
+1.00 SW +1.00 LL_Max +1.00 SDL +1.00 XL +1.00 PT +0.00 HYP +0.00 LAT +1.00 SW +1.00 LL_Max +1.00 SDL +1.00 XL +1.00 PT +0.00 HYP +0.00 LAT
Tensile Stress Positive Tensile Stress Positive
Top Allowable Stresses Bottom Allowable Stresses

0
100
-50 50
0
-100
-50
Stress [psi]
Stress [psi]
-100
-150
-150
-200 -200
-250
-250
-300
-350
-300
SERVICE COMBINATION STRESSES

(Tension stress positive)
Moment Diagrams
+1.00 SW +1.00 LL_Max +1.00 SDL +1.00 XL +1.00 PT +0.00 HYP +0.00 LAT
Moment Drawn on Tension Side
-300
-200
-100
Moment [k-ft]
100
200
300
400
DESIGN MOMENT
(Moment is drawn on tension side)
Rebar Diagrams
+1.00 SW +1.00 LL_Max +1.00 SDL +1.00 XL +1.00 PT +0.00 HYP +0.00 LAT
Rebar Required Top Rebar Required Bottom
Rebar Provided Top Rebar Provided Bottom

3.5
3.0
2.5
Rebar [in]
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
0.0
REINFORCEMENT
REQUIRED AND PROVIDED
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STRUCTURAL CONCRETE SOFTWARE

BASIC PROGRAM OPERATIONS ............................................................ 35

STRUCTURAL MODELING ....................................................................... 41

5.1 PROJECT INFORMATION .................................................................................. 43

PROGRAM EXECUTION ............................................................................ 81

VIEW/VALIDATE RESULTS .................................................................... 101

7 OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................ 103

8.3.5.6 Section 26: Factored Lateral Moments...................................... 176

ADAPT-PT/RC is the state-of-the-art industry standard computer program for the

ADAPT-PT/RC can be launched in a PT mode or RC mode for an applicable

In addition to drop caps, ADAPT-PT/RC allows drop panels of

The slab/beam frame may be supported by walls, beams, or columns

ADAPT-PT/RC fully incorporates the equivalent frame option as

Box girder bridge sections can be readily modeled as equivalent I-

All the three systems of unitsthe American customary units (ft-lb),

Input to ADAPT-PT/RC is by means of a user-friendly, free-format,

ADAPT-PT/RC includes an option for input of base (i.e. existing)

For PT designs, a library of tendon profiles allows the user to select a

Uniform, line, partial, concentrated loads and moment, triangle,

ADAPT-PT/RC accounts for the shift in the location of the neutral

ADAPT-PT/RC executes either automatically or interactively. This

For PT mode only, serviceability design of the slab/beam is achieved

A thorough strength analysis and design is conducted to determine any

Other code requirements for reinforcement, such as the minimum

For PT designs, ADAPT-PT/RC can handle both the effective force

For PT mode the variable force method ADAPT-PT/RC calculates the

For PT mode another execution option is the computation only of

The geometry of the structural model can be viewed on the screen in a

ADAPT-PT/RC uses the detailed scheme throughout its operation.

In addition to graphical reports, the outcome of the analysis and design

It is also possible to generate a one-page graphical summary report

The graphical display option of ADAPT-PT/RC provides a vivid

ADAPT-PT/RC input data is stored in a single file with the .ADB

ADAPT-PT/RC is integrated into the ADAPT-Builder software suite.

The following is the sign convention used in ADAPT-PT/RC.

FIGURE 2-1 SIGN CONVENTION

3.1 THE MAIN PROGRAM WINDOW

If you open ADAPT-PT/RC program available tools are:

3.2 MAIN PROGRAM WINDOW MENU ITEMS AND CORRESPONDING

3.1.1 File Menu

The File Menu operations are:

Close. Closes the currently open project.

Delete Intermediate Files. Deletes all intermediate calculation files from

Print. Prints the currently active report or graph window.

Exit. Closes all windows and exits the program.

3.1.2 Action Menu

The Action menu operations are:

Enter/Edit Data. Opens the data input editor.

Execute Analysis. Executes the program calculations.

Recycle Window. Opens the recycling window. Used when re-running a

Convert project to RC or PT. Converts the active project type to the

3.1.3 View Menu

The View menu operations are:

RC or PT Summary. Allows you to see result graphs for moments,

3.1.4 Options Menu

The Options menu operations are:

Design Code. Allows the user to select the default code.

Remember Printer Selection. If this option is checked, the program uses

Report Setup. Opens a Report Generator window where the report