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Infrastructure Research Institute Scholarly Works: Recent submissions
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Crack Surveys of Low-Cracking High-Performance Concrete Bridge Decks in Kansas 2006-2008
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2009-01)The purpose and specifications for the construction of Low-Cracking, High-Performance Concrete (LC-HPC) bridge decks are discussed. The survey process for evaluating the cracking performance of bridge decks is described. ... -
Development and Construction of Low-Cracking High-Performance Concrete (LC-HPC) Bridge Decks: Construction Methods, Specifications, and Resistance to Chloride Ion Penetration
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2008-09)The development, construction, and evaluation of Low-Cracking High- Performance Concrete (LC-HPC) bridge decks are described based on laboratory test results and experiences gained through the construction of 14 LC-HPC ... -
Local Applications of Fluvial Geomorphology
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2009-10)This study proposed a method for developing regional curves based solely on hydraulic modeling. Regional curves relate bankfull channel geometry and discharge to drainage area and are typically used to design channel reaches ... -
Evaluation of Multiple Corrosion Protection Systems for Reinforced Concrete Bridge Decks
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2009-12)Chloride-induced corrosion is one of the leading causes of premature serviceability failure in reinforced concrete bridge decks. In an effort to mitigate the effect of corrosion on the longevity of concrete bridge decks, ... -
Lightweight Aggregates as an Internal Curing Agent for Low-Cracking High-Performance Concrete
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2009-12)The use of lightweight aggregates to supply a source of internal curing for Low Cracking, High Performance Concrete (LC-HPC) is evaluated. Prior research is used as a basis to estimate the amount of with lightweight aggregate ... -
Beam-End Bond Tests and Bend Tests of Zinc-Clad No. 6 reinforcing Bars
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2009-11)The bond strength of No. 6 zinc-clad bars was compared to that of uncoated conventional bars using beam-end tests performed in accordance with ASTM A944. The zinc-clad bars were also subjected to bend tests using bend ... -
Estimating Highway Pavement Damage Costs Attributed to Truck Traffic
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2009-12)Kansas is one of the leaders in meat production in the United States. In the southwest Kansas region, there are more than three hundred feed yards and several of the biggest meat processing plants in the nation. Heavy ... -
Effect of Materials and Curing Period on Shrinkage of Concrete
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2010-01)The ASTM C157 free shrinkage test is used to evaluate the effects of mix proportioning parameters and curing on concrete shrinkage with the goal of providing recommendations that will reduce concrete shrinkage in bridge ... -
Freight Analysis Framework for Major Metropolitan Areas in Kansas
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2009-11)Freight transportation, through highway, rail, water and air, is critical to the Nation’s economy. In 2002, $11,082,859 million worth of goods and services were transported throughout the nation. The volume of freight in ... -
Rapid Macrocell Tests of LDX 2101® Stainless Steel Bars
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2010-05)The corrosion resistance of LDX 2101® duplex stainless steel bars is evaluated using the rapid macrocell test specified in Annex A2 of ASTM A955-09b and compared to the performance of 2205 pickled stainless steel (2205p). ... -
Evaluation of Multiple Corrosion Protection Systems and Corrosion Inhibitors for Reinforced Concrete Bridge Decks
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2010-05)The corrosion performance of different corrosion protection systems is evaluated using the mortar-wrapped rapid macrocell test, bench-scale tests (the Southern Exposure, cracked beam, and ASTM G109 tests), and field tests. ... -
Rapid Macrocell Tests of Enduramet® 2304 Stainless Steel Bars
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2010-11)The corrosion performance of epoxy-coated steel meeting the requirements of ASTM A775 with the coating in an undamaged condition and two damaged conditions (0.04% and 0.83% damaged area) is evaluated in accordance with ... -
Rapid Macrocell Tests of ASTM A775, A615, and A1035 Reinforcing Bars
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2010-11)The corrosion performance of epoxy-coated steel meeting the requirements of ASTM A775 with the coating in an undamaged condition and two damaged conditions (0.04% and 0.83% damaged area) is evaluated in accordance with ... -
Rapid Macrocell Tests of Enduramet® 32 Stainless Steel Bars
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2010-11)The corrosion resistance of EnduraMet® 32 stainless steel bars was evaluated using the rapid macrocell test outlined in Annexes A1 and A2 of ASTM A955-10. Based on the test results, the EnduraMet® 32 stainless steel bars ... -
Evaluation of Multiple Corrosion Protection Systems for Reinforced Concrete Bridge Decks
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2011-01)The performance of corrosion protection systems for reinforcing steel in concrete is evaluated. In addition to conventional and conventional epoxy-coated reinforcement, the corrosion protection systems tested include epoxy ... -
Rapid Macrocell Tests of Enduramet® 33, Enduramet® 316LN, and Endurament® 2205 Stainless Steel Bars
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2011-01)The corrosion resistance of EnduraMet® 33, EnduraMet® 316LN, and EnduraMet® 2205 stainless steel reinforcing bars is evaluated using the rapid macrocell test outlined in Annexes A1 and A2 of ASTM A955-10. Based on the test ... -
Modeling Surface Deformations and Hinging Regions in Reinforced Concrete Bridge Columns
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2011-08)A high-resolution model of a bridge column was developed using the computer program ABAQUS and the accuracy of the model was evaluated for the displacement field and the rotations of a bridge system subjected to biaxial ... -
Determining the Effectiveness of Graphic-aided Dynamic Message Signs in Work Zone
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2011-07)Portable changeable message signs (PCMSs) have been employed in highway work zones as an innovative temporary traffic control (TTC) device in the United Stated for many years. The traditional message format on a PCMS is ... -
Modeling Truck Speed in the Upstream of One-lane Two-way Highway Work Zones: Implications on Reducing Truck-Related Crashes in Work Zones
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2011)Truck-related crashes constitute a major safety concern for government agencies, the construction industry, and the traveling public. Due to the rising needs in highway maintenance and construction, the number of work zones ... -
Developing a Sustainable Freight Transportation Framework with the Consideration of Improving Safety and Minimizing Carbon Emissions
(University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc., 2011-09)Despite the difficulties of the American economy in recent years the transportation sector continues to expand. Freight transportation alone has been projected to increase enormously even if the economy as a whole only ...
