Abstract: Increased ductility of columns made with high-strength concrete (HSC) can be accomplished through proper confinement of the concrete core. To determine the effectiveness of welded wire fabric as transverse reinforcement ...

Abstract: This study deals with the stress distribution in concrete deck slabs on composite steel beams used with integral abutment bridges. The applied loading is composed of one or more side-by-side HS20-44 trucks. The finite-element ...

Abstract: A simple, approximate method for determining the live-load girder distribution factors of irregular slab on I-beam bridge layouts is presented. The method can also be used for the live-load analysis of bridges subjected ...

Abstract: A significant challenge facing motor carriers and engineers in this nation is the limitation of vehicle size and weight based on pavement and bridge capacity. However, the current demands of society and industry occasionally ...

Abstract: Stepped footings are often required for earth retaining structures to suit grade changes in the site. The behavior of walls supported on stepped footings is not well understood due to the presence of reentrant corners and ...

Abstract: Reliablity procedures are developed for girder bridges. Load models are based on the available statistical data. The derivation of load models is described in other papers. Resistance models are developed by simulations ...

Abstract: Spread footings are normally used under individual columns of buildings and bridge piers. They are economical to use and are applicable for any soil conditions where the bearing capacity for the applied loads is adequate. ...

Abstract: This study uses the finite element method to investigate the behavior of symmetrical mats subjected to concentrated loads. The analysis considers different mat geometries, soil moduli of subgrade reaction, and concrete ...