Joint Construction and Seismic Performance of Concrete-filled Fiber Reinforced Polymer Tubes

Joint Construction and Seismic Performance of Concrete-filled Fiber Reinforced Polymer Tubes
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Release: 2004
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Extensive studies in the past decade have shown superior performance of concrete-filled fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) tube (CFFT) under axial compression, as the system utilized both high tensile strength of FRP tube and high compressive strength of concrete core. FRP provides lightweight formwork during construction and life-long protection for concrete in harsh environments. Despite significant advances in the research of CFFT, still for the system to be used in either bridge or building construction, appropriate connections need to be developed. Considering unique mechanical properties of FRP, connections of the CFFT members are considered critical components of the entire system. Four sets of experiments were carried out to better understand and improve CFFT joint performance. Analytical model were developed and verified with each set of test. Initially, two pilot CFFT pier cap frames were precast and assembled with five joint concepts. The pier caps were tested under two cases of loading, which simulated various bridge traffic patterns. The pier cap was modeled with a general finite element analysis software, ANSYS, to investigate the relationship between its performance and the joint stiffness. Subsequently, four CFFT beam splices were tested. Various joint methods were developed with different internal reinforcement or external socket. In general, rigid body rotation dominated the CFFT beam performance, since joint stiffness was significantly lower than the member itself. To verify axial confinement model for large scale CFFT columns with internal reinforcement, a total of six CFFT column stubs were tested under uni-axial compression. Test results confirmed the validity of Samaan's confinement model. Finally, a set of CFFT column-footing assemblies were prepared to investigate construction feasibility and performance of joint methods that were developed through the previous experiments. The CFFT columns were subjected to a constant axial load and reverse cyc.

Concrete-filled Tubular Members and Connections

Concrete-filled Tubular Members and Connections
Author: Xiao-Ling Zhao
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 303
Release: 2010-07-27
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1482266083

Using steel and concrete together utilizes the beneficial material properties of both elements. Concrete filled steel tubes represent a good example of a concrete - steel composite structure, and are particularly useful as columns in high rise buildings and bridge piers. They can be used in a range of fields, from civil and industrial construction

Advanced Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications

Advanced Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications
Author: Jiping Bai
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 844
Release: 2022-12-05
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128203471

Advanced Fibre-reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications, Second Edition provides updates on new research that has been carried out on the use of FRP composites for structural applications. These include the further development of advanced FRP composites materials that achieve lighter and stronger FRP composites, how to enhance FRP integrated behavior through matrix modification, along with information on pretension treatments and intelligence technology. The development of new technology such as automated manufacturing and processing of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have played a significant role in optimizing fabrication processing and matrix formation. In this new edition, all chapters have been brought fully up-to-date to take on the key aspects mentioned above. The book's chapters cover all areas relevant to advanced FRP composites, from the material itself, its manufacturing, properties, testing and applications in structural and civil engineering. Applications span from civil engineering, to buildings and the energy industry. Covers all areas relevant to advanced FRP composites, from the material itself, its manufacturing, properties, testing and applications in structural engineering Features new manufacturing techniques, such as automated fiber placement and 3D printing of composites Includes various applications, such as prestressed-FRP, FRP made of short fibers, continuous structural health monitoring using advanced optical fiber Bragg grating (FBG), durability of FRP-strengthened structures, and the application of carbon nano-tubes or platelets for enhancing durability of FRP-bonded structures

Rectangular Concrete-filled Pultruded Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer Tubes for Structural Applications

Rectangular Concrete-filled Pultruded Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer Tubes for Structural Applications
Author: Brett E. Belzer
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Total Pages: 144
Release: 2012
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For many years, steel tubes or steel jackets have been used in columns and piers to provide concrete confinement and improve structural performance. Predominantly in areas where there is seismic activity, concrete bridge piers have been wrapped with steel jackets to provide confinement to concrete in the event of an earthquake. This type of confinement is extremely effective at preventing total failure of a structure. However, steel is not immune to the effects of corrosion in marine conditions. This has led to the more recent use of Fiber Reinforced Polymers as a substitute to steel for its resistance to corrosion in harsh marine environments. More recently concrete-filled tubes have been introduced as flexural members where the tube acts as stay-in-place formwork and provides reinforcement and confinement.

Shear Response and Bending Fatigue Behavior of Concrete-filled Fiber Reinforced Polymer Tubes

Shear Response and Bending Fatigue Behavior of Concrete-filled Fiber Reinforced Polymer Tubes
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Recent field applications and research findings have demonstrated the effectiveness of concrete-filled fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) tubes (CFFT) as an efficient and promising hybrid system for designing main components such as pier columns, girders and piles for a bridge system. The vision was to provide a cost-competitive unified system composed of FRP/concrete hybrid members, which may act as a viable alternative to conventional reinforced and prestressed concrete structural systems. To achieve their broad-based implementation in civil infrastructure, understanding of their behavior and developing analytical tools under full spectrum of primary and secondary load demands are essential. Response characterizations under primary load demands namely, axial compression, flexural and axial-flexural, and seismic loadings have already been reported. However, investigations under primary shear and secondary fatigue load demands remain to be addressed. The present study consists of two phases. In the first phase, an experimental and analytical investigation was undertaken to characterize the behavior of a CFFT beam. Study on shear was primarily focused on the deep beam behavior. Comparisons of behavior of deep, short and slender beams were also highlighted. A strut-and-tie model approach, pertinent to analysis of deep reinforced and prestressed concrete members, was proposed to predict the shear strength of deep CFFT beams. Prediction showed good agreement with test results. It was concluded that shear failure mode is only critical for beams with shear span less than their depth. In the second phase, a detailed study on flexural fatigue behavior and modeling was undertaken. The main objective was to evaluate the performance of beams under four basic criteria; i) damage accumulation ii) stiffness degradation, iii) number of cycles to failure, and iv) reserve bending strength. Effects of laminate fiber architecture, reinforcement index, load range, and end restraint on the.

Structural Analysis of Concrete-Filled Double Steel Tubes

Structural Analysis of Concrete-Filled Double Steel Tubes
Author: Yufen Zhang
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2020-09-17
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9811580898

This book offers a clear and comprehensive overview of both the theory and application of fundamental aspects of concrete-filled double steel tubes (CFDST). Many analysis and design applications are presented, which involve mechanical components and structural members often encountered in engineering practice. This monograph is written for practicing structural and civil engineers, students, and academic researchers who want to keep up to speed on the latest technologies for concrete-filled steel tube (CFST).