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Document:
SP218-02
Date:
February 1, 2004
Author(s):
K. F. Meyer and L. F. Kahn
Publication:
Symposium Papers
Volume:
218
Abstract:
This paper presents the findings of a research project conducted at Georgia Tech that tested six pretensioned AASHTO Type II girders constructed using expanded slate lightweight concrete with design strengths of 8,000 and 10,000 psi (55.2 and 68.9 MPa). Actual strengths ranged from 8,790 to 11,010 psi (60.6 to 75.9 MPa). Each was prestressed using 0.6-inch (15.2-mm) diameter low relaxation strands tensioned to 75% of strand ultimate stress. External strain measurements showed transfer lengths of 21.9 inches (556 mm) and 15.6 inches (396 mm) for the 8,000 and 10,000 psi (55.2 and 68.9 MPa) concretes; these were 73 percent and 52 percent of the design values given by AASHTO 16' Edition. Three-point bending tests were conducted on each beam to determine development length characteristics. The distance from the beam end to the load point was varied from between 70 and 100 percent of the AASHTO specified development length. Strand slip was measured for each test. Results indicated that the development lengths were 91 inches (2.31 m) and 67 inches (1.70 m) for the 8,000 and 10,000 psi (55.2 and 68.9 MPa) concretes; these were 95 percent and 70 percent of the design development lengths given by AASHTO 16th Edition.
DOI:
10.14359/13051
SP218-01
C. Ozyildirim, T. Cousins and J. Gomez
An experimental program was planned and executed to demonstrate the feasibility of using lightweight high performance concrete (LWHPC) bridge beams and decks. The prestressed American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) beams were designed for a minimum 28-day compressive strength of 8,000 psi (55 MPa) and the deck concrete for 4,000 psi (27.6 MPa). The maximum permeability was 1500 coulombs for the beam and 2500 coulombs for the deck concrete. The density was less than 120lb/ft3 (1920 kg/m3). This program was a necessary prelude to an LWHPC demonstration bridge built over the Chickahominy River on Route 106 at the Charles City County New Kent County line in Virginia.
10.14359/13050
SP218-04
P. Fidjestol
Since more than 70 years ago, lightweight concrete has been used in the marine environment. Prime examples use are the ship Selma, grounded off Galveston; and several other ships of that age, laid up, still able to float. Over the last couple of decades, interest in the actual performance of marine lightweight concrete has grown, and in consequence several studies have been made, covering durability, mechanical properties and design procedures. Since other papers in the session will be concerned with many of the structures that have been placed in or near the sea, these objects are not central to the presentation — the same can be said for general questions like design procedures, long term mechanical properties and the like. The central issues of the paper are specifically related to the marine environment: durability — namely reinforcement corrosion — is briefly touched upon, and water absorption over time and at depth is given more attention. This paper is an opportunity to publish data gathered more than 10 years ago; used, but never made available generally.
10.14359/13053
SP218-03
M. J. Kowalsky and H. M. Dwairi
This paper discusses four aspects related to the seismic behavior of structures composed of lightweight concrete. Following a brief discussion of the merits of lightweight concrete, the past seismic performance of the material is discussed. The second portion of the paper discusses research that has been conducted on the seismic behavior of lightweight concrete structures and research on parameters that influence the seismic behavior of lightweight concrete. This is followed by a discussion of various existing code-based provisions that have an effect on the seismic design of lightweight concrete structures. Lastly, the paper concludes with a discussion of future research needs.
10.14359/13052
SP218-05
J. A. Ramirez, J. Olek, and B. J. Malone
An experimental investigation was conducted to compare the shear strength of lightweight reinforced concrete beams with that of normal-weight concrete companion specimens. The experimental variables were type of coarse aggregate, concrete compressive strength, and distribution of transverse and longitudinal reinforcement. A total of twelve specimens with shear reinforcement were tested. Seven specimens were made with normal-weight aggregate concrete and five specimens were made with lightweight aggregate concrete. The target concrete strengths were 41 MPa and 69 MPa. Measured shear capacities were compared with calculated values according to the 1998 AASHTO LRFD Bridge Specifications (Interim 2001) and ACI 318-02 Building Code. The experimental findings have shown that both code-based methods produce conservative estimates of shear strength within the range of variables considered in the study.
10.14359/13055
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