This paper presented the results of testing reinforced concrete beams strengthening with the BFRP sheets. Five specimens were cast and tested. All specimens were 2600 mm total span with a cross section of 150mm width and 250mm depth. Out of the specimens, two specimens were designed as reference specimens. The rest specimens were repaired with the BFRP sheets. The variables examine in the experiment were the longitudinal tensile reinforcement ratio, the different layers of the BFRP sheets and the anchoring measures of BFRP sheets. All specimens were tested under simply supported condition. 3D nonlinear finite element (FE) numerical models by ANSYS10.0 software were conducted to accurately predict the ultimate bearing capacity and response of reinforced concrete specimens strengthening with BFRP sheets subjected to four-point bending loading. The nonlinear constitutive material properties of concrete and steel reinforcement were considered in the finite element model. The results of the FEM simulation were compared with that of the experimental specimens. The results showed that it was significantly effective for the flexural capacity of the BFRP sheet-bonded reinforcement in tensile zone for reinforced concrete beams. Moreover, it implied excellent results on the stiffness of the reinforced concrete beams. The flexural strength enhancement of the reinforced concrete beams strengthening with the BFRP sheets varied between 19% ~ 44% over the control beam. This study further identified that the BFRP sheet technique significantly enhanced the stiffness and flexural capacity of reinforced concrete beams.

关键词：增强复合材料（BFRP）；钢筋混凝土梁（RC）；承载力

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In recent decades, orthotropic steel decks (OSDs) have been routinely incorporated into long-span bridges. The most widely used method to reduce stress concentration, improve fatigue performance, and control crack propagation is to cut out the diaphragms (or subfloor beams) into which the OSDs frame. However, the capital cost of cutout fabrication in the United States is high and may not be economically feasible. Study is required of cost-effective modified design details without cutouts as well as comparisons with their corresponding flexural and fatigue performance against current design details that use cutouts. Alternative design details (e.g., deck ribs welded directly to the transverse diaphragms using full-penetration welds) with thicker deck plates, but without cutouts, were investigated for potential improvements in fatigue resistance and capital cost. A parametric study was conducted with calibrated finite element models of a portion of the Bronx-Whitestone Bridge in New York City to study the effects of cutouts, deck plate thickness, and other important parameters on fatigue performance. Various traffic load combinations and truck types were considered with the use of an elaborate weigh-in-motion database. Results detail the equivalent stress ranges at critical locations in the OSDs that were calculated to quantitatively estimate fatigue lives for two OSD models: one with cutouts and one without. On the basis of these comparisons, recommendations related to overall structural performance were made to ensure a safe and rational design for various OSD options in long-span bridges.

关键词：正交异性钢桥；钢铁；桥面

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On May 22, 2013, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) received a request for technical assistance from the shelter manager at a large homeless shelter in Dallas, Texas, linked to an ongoing tuberculosis outbreak. The request asked NIOSH to assess the heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems and make recommendations to improve overall environmental controls at the shelter. During an on-site evaluation of the homeless shelter in June 2013, we collected physical and ventilation measurements in all key areas of the facility. We focused on areas where shelter guests typically congregate or spend significant amounts of time. We recorded the make and model number of all air-handling units (AHUs) providing air to the facility, and visually inspected the units. When possible, we measured the air flow rate through supply diffusers and return grilles. The AHUs in place were state-of-the-art and were controlled by a modern building automation system. The ventilation systems were well maintained and functional during our visit, and all AHUs were equipped with proper filter configurations. Despite their excellent condition and maintenance, certain aspects of the ventilation systems' operation could potentially contribute to airborne disease transmission among shelter guests. During our visit, it appeared the AHUs were not providing adequate outdoor air to the occupied spaces under certain occupancy and environmental conditions, as is required by the Dallas Mechanical Code and ASHRAE standards. In addition to alleviating odors and maintaining occupant comfort, outdoor air serves to dilute infectious aerosols, such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis droplet nuclei that are responsible for TB transmission. Since the TB outbreak began, the shelter has taken numerous steps to improve administrative controls, particularly when it comes to identifying guests showing signs and symptoms of TB. We recommend additional improvements to the administrative and environmental controls at the shelter. From a ventilation standpoint, we suggest that all occupied spaces at the shelter complex be supplied adequate amounts of outdoor air, as prescribed by the Dallas Mechanical Code and ASHRAE standards.

关键词：大气；健康危害；大气污染

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Structural Health Monitoring has great potential to provide valuable information about the actual structural condition and can help optimize the management activities. However, few effective and robust monitoring methods exist which hinders a nationwide use of SHM in structural condition evaluations. The objective of this project was to research and develop methods for structural identification and damage detection based on strain monitoring using long-gauge fiber-optic sensors. In particular two universal parameters of beam-like structures were studied in detail: the neutral axis and deformed shape. Data from two structures were used for validation purposes: from on-site monitoring of the US202/NJ23 overpass and from lab testing of a scale-model of a similar structure. The conclusions are that while the neutral axis varies during dynamic events, it changes the location due to damage, and it can be located accurately using a probabilistic approach. Thus, it can be used as a damage sensitive feature. At least two sensors per cross-section are necessary for an accurate evaluation of the location of the neutral axis. The vertical displacement of beams can be calculated by double integration of the curvature. However, the double integration method affects the accuracy of the evaluation, and to achieve the most accurate result a linear combination of integration methods is recommended. At least three locations along each girder should be instrumented with two parallel sensors for accurate evaluation of the vertical displacement. The methodologies researched in this project are presented in this report and recommendations for the use of the methods provided.

关键词：复合材料；纤维光学；钢筋混凝土；钢铁

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The State Loop 481 steel truss bridge over the Llano River in Junction, Texas, is classified as a historic structure. The bridge is approximately 1,423 ft long and has a railing that attaches directly to the steel truss members and does not meet the current AASHTO Test Level 2 (TL-2) strength requirements. Many supporting truss members were not adequate to resist TL-2 crash force. The purpose of this research was to design a crashworthy retrofit bridge rail that met the current AASHTO TL-2 strength requirements without overstressing the supporting truss members. The new design maintains the historic appearance of the structure. This paper presents details of the new bridge rail design and an analytical procedure for determining the magnitude of force transmitted to the supporting truss members. Crushable-pipe blockouts located between the new retrofit rail design and the truss members were developed as part of this research and were used to minimize the crash force transmitted to the steel truss members. The new bridge rail design was successfully crash tested in accordance with the TL-2 requirements of NCHRP Report 350. A bridge rail expansion splice was developed for the new bridge rail design and was successfully crash tested in accordance with the Test Level 3 requirements of NCHRP Report 350. This paper presents the results of this research, details of the expansion splice, the new bridge rail design, the design procedure, and the results of the crash testing.

关键词：铁路桥梁；钢铁；钢桁梁桥

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A new chloroacetic-acid modified imidazoline (CAMI) was synthesized via the quaternization of imidazoline intermediate,obtained from the amidation and cyclization reactions of benzoic acid and diethylene triamine,with chloroacetic-acid.The performance of the synthesized compound CAMI as corrosion inhibitor for Q235 carbon steel in 5％ sulfuric acid solution was investigated by weight loss measurement and potentiodynamic polarization technique.The results show that CAMI possesses strong inhibitive effect on the corrosion of Q235 carbon steel in acid medium and restrains the corrosion without changing the cathodic and anodic corrosion mechanism as a mixed-type inhibitor.

关键词：季铵化咪唑啉；缓蚀剂；失重法；极化曲线

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The 2007 edition of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications contains prescriptive requirements for the quantity and placement of confinement reinforcement located in the bottom bulb of pretensioned concrete Ⅰ-girders. The proposed model can be used to design confinement reinforcement as an alternative to AASHTO's prescriptive requirements. The model considers a range of Ⅰ-girder conditions and variations, yet is intended to be practical enough for use by bridge design engineers. Variables in the design model include flange and bearing geometry, strand size and placement, effective prestress force, concrete and steel material properties, and the effects of steel bearing plates. The model is based on strut-and-tie and shear-friction concepts and considers the lateral-splitting failure mode. Derivation of the model is presented, and the model is compared with experimental results from the published literature.

关键词：桥梁设计；钢铁；混凝土

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The paper is focused on key points and lessons learned from LRFD calibration of simple limit state functions for the internal stability of metallic reinforced soil walls. The example used in the paper is the ultimate pullout limit state for ribbed steel strip reinforced mechanical stabilized earth (MSE) walls and a single load due to soil self-weight plus a permanent surcharge load. The paper demonstrates how load and resistance measurements from instrumented walls and physical pullout tests can be used to generate bias values. Bias statistics are then used to: a) improve the accuracy of underlying deterministic models used to compute nominal load and resistance values; b) remove hidden dependencies; c) select load factors; and, d) calculate resistance factors to meet an acceptable probability of failure. While the paper is focused on the pullout limit state example, the model fitting approach and LRFD calibration methodology is applicable to a wide range of other soil-structure limit state design problems in geotechnical engineering.

关键词：极限状态；阻力系数；钢铁

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Chloride ion ingress is an important parameter that helps estimate the durability and service life of reinforced concrete (RC) and prestress concrete (PC) structures, especially in those structures exposed to marine environments and salts applied during the winter season for traffic safety. Current techniques used to detect chloride content and monitor the level of corrosion in RC and PC structures, such as acoustic emission (AE), fiber optics, and electrochemical measurements, are time consuming, and invasive. In addition, they require external power sources, complex test setups, are expensive to implement, and often, it is difficult to interpret the data recorded in the field. In an effort to overcome these restrictions, an inexpensive, wireless corrosion detector sensor based on commercial radio frequency identification (RFID) technology that does not need to be powered by a local source of energy, has been developed by an Oklahoma State Universitys research team. The purpose of the first phase of this project was to implement this innovative RFID corrosion sensor into a new bridge construction to collect data during monitoring to study both the reliability and field performance of the sensor in-situ and under laboratory conditions. The laboratory work attempted to correlate the sensors sensitivity to the level of corrosion in the structure. Phase II of this work will be focused on the long-term monitoring of the sensors installed in the field for a period of approximately 10 years.

关键词：外加剂；氯化物；混凝土路面；钢铁

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A new project to analyse neutrino features is under development within the frame of the High Intensity Neutrino Oscillation EURONu project [1]. The final shape of the magnetic horns supporting system is proposed. This system is designed for four horns joined in one assembly. For the support structure a search for the optimal parameters is made with respect to the static loads. After that dynamic analysis is performed, this is used, if necessary, for the final tuning of the designing parameters. The above approach is investigated for two different materials used for the support system.

关键词：磁喇叭；中微子振荡颗粒；支持系统

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