Abstract
The objective of this paper is to provide an overview of the assessement of firedamaged
RC structures. In order to meet this objective, the effects of fire or elevated
temperatures on the properties of normal, concrete constituent materials and RC
structures are summarized. Also, the effects of fire or elevated temperatures on highstrength
and self-compacting concrete materials are noted and their performance
compared to normal concretes. A review of the different assessement techniques is
presented. Design considerations and analytical techniques for evaluating the response
of reinforced concrete structures subjected to fire or elevated-temperatures conditions
are also presented and disscused.