ABSTRACT
The work presented in this chapter includes: (i) the introduction of a LEFM based model to predict the residual strength capacity of a RC beam in the presence of an edge crack propagating under flexural loading; (ii) the use of the model in formulating a fracture mechanics based approach to the design of RC members in flexure; and (iii) a description of the minimum reinforcement ratio requirements based on the proposed LEFM model.
