Researchers at the University of Utah developed a repair technique that will reduce maintenance costs and sustain the safety of bridges that are suffering from delamination of their concrete bridge decks.
Researchers at the University of Colorado Denver studied timber bridges as well as computer models to determine how two common load rating methods are related.
Researchers at Utah State University studied the connections between steel reinforcement bars embedded in concrete bridges to help bridge designers improve designs for accelerated bridge construction. The construction technique cuts construction time and costs, reduces risk for workers and the traveling public, improves quality assurance, and is more environmentally friendly.
Utah State University researchers developed a protective coating to safeguard bridge decks overlaid with polymer concrete, a material that is seeing an increased use because of its high bond strength, short curing times, good resistance to water and chlorine penetration, and excellent skid and abrasion resistance.
