Abstract: In this study, the effect of incorporating wollastonite microfibers in ultrahigh performance concrete (UHPC) on its early-age properties was investigated. Wollastonite microfibers were added at 0, 4, 8, and 12% as partial ...

Abstract: In the design of composite bridges, the North American practice either ignores or minimizes the contribution of transverse disphragms to the transverse load distribution; this results, among other disadvantages, in heavier ...

Abstract: Near-surface-mounted (NSM) reinforcement has become a well-known method for strengthening existing concrete structures. The bond between the NSM reinforcing bars and concrete is the key factor in the NSM technique. In the ...

Abstract: In many situations, it is necessary to splice multiple layers of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite laminates. The relatively low bond and shear strength of FRP layers usually necessitates long lap splices. In this ...

Abstract: With the advent of new materials that possess enhanced properties, designing concrete mixtures targeting a certain strength is a misleading concept. Hence, shifting to performance-based design is becoming a global trend ...

Abstract: Experimental data are presented for the phase distribution of high pressure (2.75 to 5.5 MPa) steam-water mixtures at horizontal, equal-sided dividing tee junctions of two different sizes (49.3 ...

Abstract: Experimental data are presented for the mass flow rate and quality of two-phase (air-water) discharge through a small branch (6.35 mm i.d.) located on the side of a large reservoir under ...