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Elimination Of Deck Joints Using A Corrosion Resistant Frp Approach, Ashok Reddy Aleti
Elimination Of Deck Joints Using A Corrosion Resistant Frp Approach, Ashok Reddy Aleti
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The research presented herein describes the development of durable link slabs for jointless bridge decks based on using FRP grid for reinforcement. Specifically, the ductility of the FRP material was utilized to accommodate bridge deck deformations imposed by girder deflection, temperature variations, and concrete shrinkage. It would also provide a solution to a number of deterioration problems associated with bridge deck joints.
The design concept of the link slabs was then examined to form the basis of design for FRP grid link slabs. Improved design of FRP grid link slab/concrete deck slab interface was confirmed in the numerical analysis. The …