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Prefabricated Barrier System Utilizing UHPC Connections

The objectives of this research are: (1) Development of new connections utilizing ultra high performance concrete (UHPC) to connect prefabricated barriers to bridge deck considering geometry and fit-up issues; (2) Conducting detailed finite element modeling on the proposed barrier system and connections; (3) Conducting proof of concept experimental work on component test for the proposed prefabricated barriers with UHPC connections; (4) Conducting proof of concept experimental work on large test for the proposed prefabricated barriers with UHPC connections; (5) Assessment of the performance of the prefabricated barriers with UHPC connections compared to the most common barrier systems; and (6) Developing detailed finite element models for the proposed prefabricated barriers with UHPC connections for better understanding of system performance, therefore, extending the study to analyze other specimens which will not be possibly tested.

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Language

English

Project

Status: Active
Funding: $50000
Contract Numbers:
69A3551747121
Sponsor Organizations:
Accelerated Bridge Construction University Transportation Center (ABC-UTC)

Florida International University
10555 W. Flagler Street
Miami, FL United States 33174

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology

University Transportation Centers Program
Department of Transportation
Washington, DC United States 20590
Managing Organizations:
Accelerated Bridge Construction University Transportation Center (ABC-UTC)

Florida International University
10555 W. Flagler Street
Miami, FL United States 33174

USDOT/OST-R

Washington DC, United States
Project Managers:
Mantawy, Islam

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Department, Florida International University
Performing Organizations:
Florida International University

Civil and Environmental Engineering
10555 W. Flagler Street, EC 3680
Miami, FL United States 33174
Principal Investigators:
Mantawy, Islam

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Department, Florida International University

Azizinamini, Atorod

Florida International Univ.

aazizina@fiu.edu
Start Date: 20200101
Expected Completion Date: 20230804
Actual Completion Date: 0
USDOT Program: Advanced Research
USDOT Program: Research and Development
USDOT Program: University Transportation Centers
Subprogram: Bridge Safety
Subprogram: Pedestrian Safety
Subprogram: Research
Subprogram: safety in bridges

Subject/Index Terms

TRT Terms: Alternatives analysis; Barriers (Roads); Bridge construction; Bridge decks; Finite element method; Prefabricated structures; Structural connection; Ultra high performance concrete
Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Construction; Highways; Materials;

Filing Info

Accession Number: 01731836
Record Type: Research project
Source Agency: Accelerated Bridge Construction University Transportation Center (ABC-UTC)
Contract Numbers: 69A3551747121
Files: UTC, RIP
Created Date: Feb 24 2020 7:47PM