High performance concrete in bridge decks

The use of high performance concrete offers advantages in durability, ease of placement, and reduced creep and shrinkage, as well as increased compressive, shear and tensile strength. Offsetting these advantages are potentially reduced ductility and fire resistance, and increased unit cost. In this paper the international use of high performance concrete in bridge decks is reviewed, including reported benefits and problems, and restrictions placed on strength grade. Case studies are presented of the use of high performance concrete internationally. Factors affecting the utilisation of high performance countries in different countries are discussed, including code provisions and government/industry initiatives. Recommendations are given for situations in which the use of high performance concrete is likely to be of overall benefit to the quality and economy of the structure, and for the greater utilisation of this material in Australian bridges. (a) For the covering entry of this conference, please see ITRD abstract no. E214936.

• Record URL:
  • http://arrbknowledge.com
• Authors:
  • JENKINS, D
• Publication Date: 2006

Language

• English

Media Info

• Pagination: 14P
• Serial:
  • AUSTROADS BRIDGE CONFERENCE, 6TH, 2006, PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
  • Publisher: AUSTROADS

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Bridge decks; Bridges; Concrete; Conferences; Design; High performance concrete
• ITRD Terms: 3455: Bridge; 3482: Bridge deck; 4755: Concrete; 8525: Conference; 9011: Design (overall design); 4783: High performance concrete
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Design; Materials; I24: Design of Bridges and Retaining Walls; I32: Concrete;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01051024
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: ARRB
• Files: ITRD, ATRI
• Created Date: Jun 11 2007 1:10PM