the effects of cementation and the physical properties of grains on the shear behavior of grouted sands are investigated in this paper. the consolidated-undrained triaxial shear behavior of three grouted carbonate sands with different physical properties, including particle size distribution, particle shape and void ratio, was studied. two sands were obtained from the north shores of the persia...

The present contribution is directed towards the concept of a reliable SHM system for grouted joints of the offshore wind turbines. It focuses on static and dynamic tests of a laboratory structure with a grouted joint, on a proper finite element modelling of its behaviour and damage progress. The entire structure as well as the joint itself is subjected to static and dynamic tests. The material...

GRANIT is the world’s first rapid, effective, multiple capability, non-destructive anchor integrity testing system for rockbolts for mining, tunnelling and other civil engineering ground anchorage systems. This new technology incorporates the latest in artificial intelligence, signal processing and engineering design [1]. GRANIT provides a major contribution to the safety of anchorage re-enforc...

Guided wave inspection of pipelines is now in routine use worldwide. The technique offers the possibility of rapid screening of long lengths of pipework for corrosion and other defects. A test range of 50m or more (25m in each direction) is commonly obtained from a single transducer position. Long range guided wave inspection techniques are also in development for several other applications, in...

Owing to its controllable tolerance, simple operation and no need for welding at construction site, the composite system involving grouted cement material, steel material and ductile iron material is widely used as grouted splice sleeve (GSS) connector for connecting precast concrete structures. However, the current design recommendations for such a composite connection system do not accurately...

The performance of the grouted sleeve lapping connector that is used to connect reinforcement bars in a precast concrete structure is studied. A total of 63 specimens, varying in bar diameter and lap length, were tested under tensile load. The failure modes, ultimate tensile strength values and load-displacement curves of the specimens are discussed in the study. Two equations are proposed for ...

Prefabricated concrete structures are driving the development of green buildings, and connection between prefabricated components is main factor affecting safety performance these structures. Grouted sleeve technology can effectively improve precast component connections. In process grouting operation, grouted sleeves affected by construction environment often have various defects. this work, t...