ANALYSIS OF THE STRUCTURAL PERFORMANCE OF REINFORCED CONCRETE UNDER FIRE LOADING

This study examined the behavior of reinforced concrete structures when exposed to high temperatures resulting from fire. Deterioration in material strength due to fire exposure alters a reinforced concrete structure’s load-bearing capacity and overall behavior. Elevated temperatures negatively affect key material properties of reinforced concrete, including density, coefficient of thermal expansion, thermal conductivity, and elastic modulus. As a result, if a structure experiences fire either concurrently with or prior to an earthquake, these changes in material properties will significantly influence its dynamic performance. For the numerical simulation, the selected structure was designed with a formwork plan and load-bearing system in accordance with earthquake-resistant design principles. Based on this design, fixed and variable loads acting on the beams were assigned. By promoting resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding severe environmental conditions such as earthquakes and fires, this study contributes to the achievement of sustainable development goals. It underscores the necessity of integrating fire resistance into earthquake-resistant design to foster disaster-resilient urban development. The findings may encourage more flexible and sustainable construction practices aligned with SDGs 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and 13 (Climate Action).