Title

Testing Of Bridge Expansion Joints By Large-Scale Testing Apparatus

Abstract

A full-scale accelerated testing facility designed and constructed by the University of Central Florida was used to simultaneously test five separate bridge rehabilitation joint systems under the effects of wear, abrasion, and impact loading. During a 5-week test period, the program established a simulated life expectancy for each joint system as a result of its performance under full-scale live loading. This method of testing proved to be a timely, feasible alternative to live bridge applications and monitoring procedures. Test results indicated several areas of deficiency common to many of the joint components and systems. The results also promoted further development of some of these products to enhance their performance.

Publication Date

12-1-1993

Publication Title

Transportation Research Record

Issue

1393

Number of Pages

47-53

Document Type

Article

Identifier

scopus

Personal Identifier

scopus

Socpus ID

0027873494 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/0027873494

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