Abstract: This paper develops a novel reinforcement frame as the shear connector in the composite deck, which was expected to deliver large pre-pouring stiffness. To investigate its shear resistance, nine specimens were designed, ...

Abstract: This paper proposes a novel fully prefabricated composite deck system to achieve green and accelerated construction in bridge engineering. Ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), which has excellent mechanical properties, ...

Abstract: Perfobond rib shear connectors (known as PBL shear connectors) are structures widely used to transfer loads between concrete and steel structural elements. The performance of PBL shear connectors under monotonic loads has ...

Abstract: The composite pier, which consists of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) and normal strength concrete (NSC), is a promising option for practical engineering due to its remarkable mechanical performance. However, the ...

Abstract: This paper proposes flexible-gel-covered (FGC) studs to reduce the seismic damage of a concrete floor slab in a steel frame. Flexible gel strips intentionally release the shear constraint between the slabs and the steel ...