Abstract: This paper presents a study on the influence of material properties on the energy absorption capabilities of composite sandwich panels. This is of interest as increased energy absorption capability is an effective approach ...

Abstract: Current bridge design and rating techniques are based at the component level and thus cannot predict the ultimate capacity of bridges, which is a function of system-level interactions. While advances in computer technology ...

Abstract: Strengthening of deteriorating structural members by fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) is an increasingly common and validated technique; however, concerns over means to evaluate the long-term durability of these retrofits ...