Direct Tension Test Method for Ultra-High Performance Concrete
Project Information
Project ID:
FHWA-PROJ-10-0030
Project Abstract:
This project aims to develop a test method for the assessment of ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) tensile mechanical properties. Existing test methods do not effectively relate these properties, resulting in hesitancy from anyone considering the use of UHPC. A practical test method that directly relates the important engineering response will support the continued expansion of UHPC materials in the highway infrastructure.
Goals
The objective of this research program is to develop a practical, reliable test method that relates the full range of uniaxial tensile response of UHPC-class materials. This tensile response includes both elastic and inelastic behaviors, with the inelastic behaviors including the generation of multiple tightly spaced cracks bridged by internal fiber reinforcement.
Research HUB ID:
7600
Project Status:
Completed
Project Funding Amount (Contract Award Amount):
$50,000.00
Start Date:
End Date:
Public Access Plan:
No
Laboratory:
Grant/Contract ID:
- DTFH61-10-D-01017
FHWA Program Area:
- Infrastructure
Fiscal Year / AMRP Program / AMRP Activity:
- FY 2002-2022 / Infrastructure / Structures
FHWA Activity:
- Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC)
Project Outputs:
A Proposed Flexural Test Method and Associated Inverse Analysis for Ultra-High Performance Fiber-Reinforced Concrete. [Source: FHWA, PMSS Database (2013)]
AMRP = Annual Modal Research Plan
Contact Information
First Name:
Benjamin
Middle Initial:
A
Last Name:
Graybeal
Phone Number:
(202) 493-3122
Email Address:
Team:
Bridge Engineering Team
Office:
Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
Office Code:
HRDI-40
Management Organizations
Sponsor Organization
Organization Role:
Sponsor Organization
Organization:
Federal Highway Administration: Office of Research, Development, and Technology - Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
Contact Role:
Project Lead
Contact:
Managing Organization
Organization Role:
Project Managing Organization
Organization:
Federal Highway Administration: Office of Research, Development, and Technology - Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
Contact Role:
Project Contact
Contact:
Performing Organization
Organization Role:
Performing Organization
Organization:
Federal Highway Administration: Office of Research, Development, and Technology - Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
Contact Role:
Project Contact
Contact:
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