Recent studies have proposed and investigated the use of unbonded posttensioned (PT) bars in bridge substructure systems to improve their self-centering behavior. However, lateral loading resistance capacities reinforced concrete (RC) piers with PT (i.e., RC piers: PRC piers) could be easily compromised by early crushing base compression toe during a seismic event. Hence, order enhance pier int...

Cement-based materials are widely used in the construction of civil infrastructure systems. However, normal wear-and-tear and extreme loading can result in the damage and deterioration of such important civil structures. In this study, a novel approach to the detection of cracks in fiber reinforced cementitious composites (FRCC) is proposed. The approach is based upon the electrical properties ...