Abstract: The behavior of slender high-strength concrete columns reinforced with glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) bars and spirals subjected to concentric and eccentric axial loads was evaluated. Large-scale tests were conducted ...

Abstract: Precast/prestressed concrete sandwich panels consist of two concrete wythes separated by a rigid insulation foam layer and are generally used as walls or slabs in thermal insulation applications. Commonly used connectors ...

Abstract: Experiments have shown that externally bonded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) jackets for square and rectangular columns are not as effective as they are for circular columns. The results of experiments on shape-modified ...

Abstract: The writers evaluated the confinement that was provided by glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) spirals in concrete columns under axial load. Given that GFRP spirals are resistant to chloride-induced corrosion, the option ...

Abstract: The rehabilitation of RC columns jacketed with carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) composites for improving shear strength, confinement, and ductility has received considerable attention. However, research for improving ...

Abstract: The transverse joint between full-depth precast concrete panels in accelerated bridge construction (ABC) is a critical element for satisfactory performance of bridge decks. Live loads on bridge decks are caused by concentrated ...

Abstract: An investigation of a new prefabricated composite floor system is described. The system consists of a reinforced concrete T-section with mechanical blockouts in the web whose concrete flange forms the deck; the concrete ...

Abstract: The application of carbon fiber composite jackets for the three columns and cap beam of an existing concrete bridge pier was performed in September 1996. The evaluation of the pier in the as-is condition, the rehabilitation ...

Abstract: In situ lateral load tests of two bridge bents were conducted on Interstate 15 to determine the strength and ductility of an existing concrete bridge and the improvements that can actually be achieved using a CFRP (carbon ...