Abstract: This article presents the observed cyclic responses of three types of metal hysteretic, axial dissipative devices (typically used with dissipative controlled rocking bridge piers) under varying degrees of corrosion. ...

Abstract: Since 21, twelve post-tensioned timber (Pres-Lam) buildings have been constructed throughout the world. The technology relies on unbonded post-tensioning tendons to provide moment capacity to beam-column, wall-foundation, ...

Abstract: An experimental investigation was conducted to evaluate both residual capacity and the damage of the concrete material in previously damaged RC columns. Three circular columns, each caged to provide low, medium, and high ...

Abstract: Abstract Field assessments conducted following the 2004 Indian Ocean and 2011 Tohoku tsunami events identified a common failure mode of bridges: washout of the superstructure in the tsunami flow. This damage was consistent ...