Title Seismic Performance Evaluation of Composite PC Columns with Interface Roughness
Authors 이상섭(Lee, Sangsup) ; 오근영(Oh, Keunyeong) ; 박금성(Park, Keumsung)
DOI https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2026.42.6.323
Page pp.323-330
ISSN 2733-6247
Keywords Composite PC Column; Interface Roughness; Cyclic Loading Test; Shear Transfer; Seismic Performance
Abstract This study investigates the effect of interface roughness between the shell and core concrete on the cyclic behavior and seismic performance of composite precast concrete (PC) columns. Two specimens with identical cross-sectional dimensions and reinforcement details were fabricated, differing only in the surface condition of the inner shell: a smooth interface (HPCC-S) and a roughened interface (HPCC-R). Cyclic lateral loading tests were conducted under constant axial load using a displacement-controlled protocol in accordance with ACI 374.1-05. The roughened specimen exhibited higher initial stiffness and maximum strength, along with improved deformation capacity and cumulative energy dissipation. In contrast, the smooth-interface specimen showed concentrated damage in the shell concrete and experienced premature termination due to rapid crack propagation. Evaluation based on ACI 374.1-05 indicated that the roughened specimen satisfied the required performance criteria, whereas the smooth specimen did not. These results suggest that increasing interface roughness enhances shear transfer across the shell?core boundary and contributes to stable composite action and improved seismic performance under cyclic loading.