• International Journal of Concrete Structures and Materials
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• 제19권1E호
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• pp.3-9
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• 2007

This paper presents a numerical procedure for analyzing the joints between precast post-tensioned segments. A computer program for the analysis of reinforced concrete structures was run for this problem. Models of material nonlinearity considered in this study include tensile, compressive and shear models for cracked concrete and a model for reinforcing steel with smeared crack. An unbonded tendon element based on the finite element method, that can describe the interaction between the tendon and concrete of prestressed concrete member, was experimentally investigated. A joint element is newly developed to predict the inelastic behavior of the joints between segmental members. The proposed numerical method for the joints between precast post-tensioned segments was verified by comparison of its results with reliable experimental results.

• 한국콘크리트학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국콘크리트학회 2005년도 봄학술 발표회 논문집(I)
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• pp.303-306
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• 2005

The cracking behavior of prestressed concrete members is important for the rational design of prestressed concrete structures. However, the test data on the cracking behavior of prestressed concrete structures are very limited. The purpose of the present study is to investigate the crack spacing and crack width in transversely post-tensioned decks of concrete box girder bridges under applied loading. For this purpose, large scale test members of concrete box girder segments were fabricated and tested. The crack widths, crack spacings and crack patterns were investigated for various load levels. The crack widths and steel strains were continuously monitored during the loading process. To derive a rational predicton equation for crack width, the bond characteristics of post-tensioned steel and nonprestressed rebar in the PSC members were explored first. This was done by measuring the strains of prestressing steel and nonprestressed rebar in the test members under loading. A simple equation for the prediction of maximum crack width in transversely post-tensioned concrete one-way slabs is proposed by considering bond characteristic of prestressing steel and nonprestressed reinforcement. The comparison of proposed equation with experimental data shows good correlation. The present study indicates that ACI and CEB-FIP code equations exhibit rather large deviation from test data on prestressed concrete members.

• Computers and Concrete
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• 제29권2호
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• pp.69-79
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• 2022

For long underground box utility tunnels, post-tensioned precast concrete is often used. Between precast tunnel segments, sealed waterproof flexible joints are often specified. Fault displacement can lead to excessive deformation of the joints, which can lead to reduction in waterproofing due to diminished contact pressure between the sealant strip and the tunnel segment. This paper authenticates utilization of a finite element model for a prefabricated tunnel fault-crossing founded on ABAQUS software. In addition, material parameter selection, contact setting and boundary condition are reviewed. Analyzed under normal fault action are: the influence of fault displacement; buried depth; soil friction coefficient, and angle of crossing at the fault plane. In addition, distribution characteristics of the utility tunnel structure for vertical and longitudinal/horizontal relative displacement at segmented interface for the top and bottom slab are analyzed. It is found that the effect of increase in fault displacement on the splice joint deformation is significant, whereas the effects of changes in burial depth, pipe-soil friction coefficient and fault-crossing angle on the overall tunnel and joint deformations were not so significant.

• 한국BIM학회 논문집
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• 제8권1호
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• pp.15-23
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• 2018

Geometry control of precast members is the most important technology for modular construction. In this paper, image-based modeling and rendering (IBMR) technology was adopted for 3D modeling of precast elements. It is necessary to use match-casting method for precast post-tensioned column assembly. Preassembly using 3D models created by image processing can minimize construction error. Augmented reality devices are used to check the geometry of the segment. Laboratory-scale tests were performed. The proposed process has been applied to the real precast bridge pier segments.

• Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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• 제69권4호
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• pp.371-381
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• 2019

A hybrid prestressed segmental concrete (HPSC) girder utilizing low carbon materials was developed in this paper. This paper introduces the hybrid prestressing concept of pre-tensioning the center segment and assembling all segments by post-tensioning, as well as the development process of the low carbon HPSC girder. First, an optimized mix proportion of 60 MPa high strength concrete containing high volume blast furnace slag was developed, then its mechanical properties and durability characteristics were evaluated. Second, the mechanical properties of 2,400 MPa high strength prestressing strands and the transfer length characteristics in pre-tensioned prestressed concrete beams were evaluated. Third, using those low carbon materials and the hybrid prestressing concept, the HPSC girders were manufactured, and their structural performance was evaluated. A 30-m long HPSC girder for highway bridges and a 35-m long HPSC girder for railway bridges were designed, manufactured, and structurally confirmed as having sufficient strength and safety. Finally, five 35-m long HPSC girders were successfully applied to an actual railway bridge for the first time.

• 대한토목학회논문집
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• 제31권3A호
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• pp.235-249
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• 2011

I형 PSC 거더에 새로운 설계 개념을 도입하여 낮은 형고의 장경간 거더를 설계하고, 실험을 통해서 적용성을 점검하였다. 본 연구에서 제안하는 거더는 복부에 개구부를 도입한 분절형 중공 프리캐스트 프리스트레스트 콘크리트 거더(HWPC거더, Holed Web Prestressed Concrete girders)이다. 이 거더의 설계에는 세 가지 설계 개념이 종합적으로 적용되었다. 먼저 장경간의 거더를 공장에서 프리캐스트로 타설하여 양생을 마친 후에 현장으로 운반하는 방법을 채택하여 현장에서 거더를 제작하는 경우보다 콘크리트의 품질 관리가 용이하게 하여 고강도 및 고성능 콘크리트를 적용하는 것이 가능하게 하였다. 또한 거더를 분절화하여 제작하여 국내의 도로 여건에서도 장경간 거더를 공장에서 현장으로 이동시킬 수 있게 하였다. 이로써 현장에서의 작업 기간도 단축시킬 수 있다. 두 번째로 거더의 복부에 원형의 개구부를 도입하여, 단부 정착장치의 반을 이 개구부 내에 이동하여 분산 배치하여, 분절 거더의 조립에 사용하였다. 개구부에 정착부를 분산 배치하면 단부에 설치되는 정착장치가 줄어들게 되므로 단부에 작용하는 응력이 줄어들게 된다. 아울러 자연스레 단부에 도입되는 휨모멘트는 줄어들고, 중앙부에 큰 휨모멘트가 도입되므로 외력으로 인한 휨모멘트 분포에 더 가까운 형상의 부모멘트를 거더에 도입할 수 있다. 거더에 개구부를 도입하면 거더 자중도 줄어든다. 그리고, 세째로 단부에 설치되는 정착구의 수가 줄기 때문에 단부에서는 다이아프램을 제거하고도 정착이 가능하다. 이렇게 거더의 전 단면에 걸쳐서 같은 폭의 복부폭을 사용하면 거더 제작을 자동화 하는데도 도움이 될 것이다. HWPC거더의 설계 기법을 검증하고, 다단계 긴장의 효과 및 실제교량에 적용할 때 발생할 수 있는 문제점을 고찰하기 위하여 실물 실험을 수행하였다. 길이 50 m, 높이 2 m인 거더 실험체를 분절형과 일체형으로 각각 1개씩 제작하여 휨실험을 수행하고, 결과를 비교하여 분석하였다. 분절형 거더와 일체형 거더는 처짐 및 균열생성 형상에서 근본적으로 유사하였다. 휨 강도, 처짐, 활하중 처짐제한 규정 등이 특정 설계기준을 만족하도록 설계하는 것이 가능하였다.