Abstract: Computer simulation is increasingly being used by emergency planners as a tool to improve disaster response given that it can model real-world scenarios, such as earthquakes. Although there has been an increase in simulation ...

Abstract: This paper describes the results of numerical simulations performed to investigate the spalling mechanism observed in several partial-depth precast prestressed concrete (PPC) bridge decks. Corrosion-induced cracking of ...

Abstract: The shear strength of reinforced concrete (RC) elements can be improved by applying externally bonded (EB) fiber-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) composites. FRCM composites are generally U-wrapped around the cross-section ...

Abstract: In this study, an analytical approach was used to predict the full torsional response of RC beams strengthened with externally bonded fiber-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) composite. The analytical model was based ...

Abstract: In this study, a new type of composite comprised of steel cords embedded in a mortar matrix—referred to as steel-reinforced grout (SRG)—is explored for use in the confinement of masonry columns. This paper presents the ...