Title:
Seismic Performance of Retrofitted and Repaired Bridge Column Under Major and Several Aftershocks
Author(s):
Saif Aldabagh
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Web Session
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Date:
10/17/2021
Abstract:
Glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) with low tensile strength (hereafter referred to as low-grade GFRP) is a cost-effective alternative to other types of GFRP with higher tensile strength. This paper investigates the prospect of retrofitting deficient and repairing damaged circular concrete columns with low-grade GFRP jackets. Two identical one-third scale models of a seismically deficient prototype bridge pier were constructed and tested under constant axial compression and quasi-static reversed cyclic loading. The first column was tested twice, first under “as-built” condition and second under repaired conditions. The second column was retrofitted prior to testing. The repaired and retrofitted columns were characterized with enhanced flexural, ductility, and energy dissipation capacities when compared to the deficient column; and were stable up to 6.9% drift. The applicability of the provisions of the Seismic Retrofitting Manual for Highway Structures of the Federal Highway Administration to low-grade GFRP retrofit was assessed.