Buildings & Structures
State of the Art Review of Reinforcement Strategies and Technologies for 3D Printing of Concrete
Author(s) Zhengyu Wu, ORCID,Ali M. Memari and Jose P. Duarte Abstract This state of the art review paper aims to discuss the results of a literature survey on possible ways to reinforce printed concrete based on existing reinforcement strategies. Just as...
Resilient Posttensioned Bridge Bent with Buckling Restrained Brace
Author(s) Ijan Dangol, S.M.ASCE; and Chris P. Pantelides, M.ASCE Abstract A new method for building seismically resilient bridges is investigated using Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC) technologies. A hybrid two-column bridge bent with posttensioned...
Experimental Investigation of Postearthquake Vertical Load-Carrying Capacity of Scoured Reinforced Concrete Pile Group Bridge Foundations
Author(s) Lianxu Zhou; Michele Barbato, F.ASCE; and Aijun Ye Abstract Scouring of pile group foundations is a common phenomenon for cross-river bridges and can produce significant damage in earthquake-prone regions. This study experimentally investigated the...
Economic Impact of Bbridge Functionality Loss from a Resilience Perspective: Queensferry Crossing, UK
Authors Alec W. Smith, MEng Sotirios A. Argyroudis, PhD, MEAEE Mike G. Winter, PhD, CGeol, FGS, EurGeol, CEng, FICE, Eur Ing Stergios A. Mitoulis, MSc, PhD, MASCE, MEAEE, FHEA... S Abstract Understanding the resilience of transport networks is critical for...
Development and Application of Large-scale Model Test System For Underwater Shield Tunnels
Authors Jin-Chao Yue, PhD Wen-Jie Li, MS Pan Gao, MS Shi-Xing Zhang, ME Abstract In order to simulate the characteristics of underwater shield tunnels, a new large-scale model test system with high water pressure and high stress loading capacity was developed....
Seismic Resilience for Recovery Investments of Bridges Methodology
Author(s) Davide Forcellini Kevin Q. Walsh Abstract Bridges are fundamental links for the movement of goods and people and bridge damage can thus have significant impacts on society and the economy. Earthquakes can be extremely destructive and can compromise...
Experimental Study of a Novel Open-web Sandwich Slab and Modified Design Procedure
Author(s) Zhi-Peng Chen De-Cheng Feng Gang Wu Ke-Jian Ma Abstract A modified design method of a novel large-span floor system called an open-web sandwich slab (OWSS) is discussed. By considering some crucial parameters ignored in current design procedures, a...
Investigating Optimal Confinement Behaviour of Low-Strength Concrete through Quantitative and Analytical Approaches
Author(s) Mujahid Ali, Sheraz Abbas, Bashir Salah, Javed Akhter, Waqas Saleem, Sani Haruna, Shah Room 7 and Isyaka Abdulkadir Abstract Reinforced concrete is used worldwide in the construction industry. In past eras, extensive research has been conducted and...
Seismic Performance of Full-Scale Reinforced Concrete Frames Retrofitted with Bolted Concrete-Filled Steel Tubes
Author(s) Kyong Min Ro, Min Sook Kim, Dae-Sung Hwang and Young Hak Lee Abstract The effective retrofit strategy of non-seismic designed structures is required to improve the strength and ductility. Jacketing is the most typical method which can enhance seismic...