Design and analysis of concrete structures

This paper presents an overview of the design and analysis of nuclear concrete structures subjected to postulated extreme loads. Although other loadings are addressed, the primary emphasis is on seismic. Both an auxiliary building and a containment building are included in the overview. The latter portion of the paper addresses specific requirements which have produced difficulty as viewed from the perspective of the designer/constructor. Since these requirements appear to be conservative, it is recommended that each identified requirement of the code or regulation be reviewed or additional research be performed