On the lumped damage modelling of reinforced concrete beams and arches by Thalyson Issac de Jesus Brito, Danilo Menezes Santos, Fabio Augusto Silva Santos, Rafael Nunes da Cunha, David Leonardo Nascimento de Figueiredo Amorim

“…The analysis of reinforced concrete structures can be performed by means of experiments or numerical studies. …”
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On the lumped damage modelling of reinforced concrete beams and arches by Thalyson Brito, Danilo Santos, Fabio Santos, Rafael Cunha, David Amorim

“…The analysis of reinforced concrete structures can be performed by means of experiments or numerical studies. …”
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Durability of Concrete under Combined Impact Environment and Mechanical Load: Analysis of Experimental Studies by S. N. Leonovich, E. E. Shalyi, D. A. Litvinovskiy, A. V. Stepanova

“…Today, there are several methods for predicting the durability of reinforced concrete structures. In most cases, one of the dominant destruction processes is taken into account – either carbonization or chloride penetration. …”
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Determination of Degradation and Compressive Strength of Polyurethane Resin Applied for Bridge Abutment by Šarūnas Skuodis, Neringa Dirgėlienė, Mindaugas Zakarka, Dovilė Vasiliauskienė

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Estimation of bearing capacity and serviceability of a floor slab after high-temperature exposure by A. N. Malahova

“…In addition, for prestressed reinforced concrete structures, fire impacts can be associated with partial or even complete loss of prestress. …”
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Indirect Determination of Soil Young’s Modulus in Lithuania Using Cone Penetration Test Data by Tadas Tamošiūnas, Gintaras Žaržojus, Šarūnas Skuodis

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On the Torsion of Asymmetric Bearing Systems of Multi-Storey Buildings by V. A. Lyublinskiy

“…The results of the analysis carried out can be used in the design of compressed and bending reinforced concrete structures subject to torsion.…”
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To the Definition the Deflections of Flexible Non-centrally Compressed Reinforced Concrete Struts Strengthened in the Transverse Direction with Composite Materials by D. R. Mailyan, S. V. Georgiev

“…An analysis of the calculation methods found in the normative literature on strengthening reinforced concrete structures with composite materials arranged in the transverse direction by the method of wrapping structures showed that there is no calculation method for the second group of limit states.The Code of Rules 164.1325800.2014 does not consider options for strengthening flexible compressed reinforced concrete structures, with the arrangement of composite materials in the transverse direction, introducing restrictions to the dimensions of structures. …”
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Review of experience in the construction of NPP using modular structures with external sheet reinforcement by D. N. Korotkikh, O. A. Kornev, V. V. Belov, A. S. Silantiev, D. E. Kapustin

“…The paper reviews open sources of information on the experience of erecting nuclear power plants using modular reinforced concrete structures with external sheet reinforcement. …”
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Methodology for Assessing the Probability of Corrosion in Concrete Structures on the Basis of Half-Cell Potential and Concrete Resistivity Measurements by Lukasz Sadowski

“…Therefore, much attention has been given to developing methods of predicting the service life of reinforced concrete structures. The progress of corrosion cannot be visually assessed until a crack or a delamination appears. …”
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A Thermo-Hygro-Coupled Model for Chloride Penetration in Concrete Structures by Nattapong Damrongwiriyanupap, Suchart Limkatanyu, Yunping Xi

“…Corrosion damage due to chloride attack is one of the most concerning issues for long term durability of reinforced concrete structures. By developing the reliable mathematical model of chloride penetration into concrete structures, it can help structural engineers and management agencies with predicting the service life of reinforced concrete structures in order to effectively schedule the maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation program. …”
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Ensuring Seismic Resistance of Reinforced Concrete Buildings by O. V. Mkrtychev, A. A. Reshchetov

“…The presented technique makes it possible to investigate the nature of the destruction of reinforced concrete structures during intense earthquakes and to identify zones with a deficiency in bearing capacity. …”
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Recent Findings and Open Issues concerning the Seismic Behaviour of Masonry Infill Walls in RC Buildings by André Furtado, Maria Teresa de Risi

“…The extension of the damages observed after the last major earthquakes shows that the seismic risk mitigation of infilled reinforced concrete structures is a paramount topic in seismic prone regions. …”
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Impact of Radial Electrode Coverage on the Performance of Liquid-Deployed PMUTs: A Dynamic and Kinematic Study by Stephen Sammut, Edward Gatt, Ruben Paul Borg

“…PMUTs designed for integration into the pore solution of reinforced concrete structures need to operate effectively with liquid coupling fluids to ensure optimal sonic energy transfer into the structure. …”
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Research on the influence of concrete damage in wharf structures under fatigue loads on chloride ion diffusion by Xubing Xu, Yonglai Zheng, Jie Pan, Xin Lan, Chenyu Hou, Zhengxie Zhang

“…This study supports the performance assessment and maintenance of reinforced concrete structures in marine environments.…”
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HIGH PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES FOR LIQUIDATION OF NON-OPERATIONAL PRODUCTION FACILITIES by V. N. Chernoivan, S. N. Leonovich, N. V. Chernoivan

“…The proposed technology for mechanical demolition of reinforced concrete structures is based on application of a caterpillar excavating machine of Doosan S340LC-VSDM model. …”
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Numerical Study on Failure Mechanisms of Shaft Wall Consisting of Steel Plate and Concrete under the Effects of Explosion by Yanjun Qi, Linming Dou, Zhaoxing Dong, Bo Meng

“…To enhance the antidynamic and static load resistance of reinforced concrete structures, the measure of covering steel plates on the inner surface of concrete structures arises, which has been rapidly developed and applied in civil engineering and other fields and has achieved a good performance. …”
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CALCULATION ALGORITHM FOR CONCRETE LONGEVITY BY GENERALIZED CRITERION by S. N. Leonovich

“…The paper describes problems pertaining to corrosion theory and forecast of reinforced concrete structure service life. The author considers that application of modern investigation methods on the basis of failure mechanics and analysis concrete porosity will make it possible to develop a general theory of concrete corrosion and calculation of reinforced concrete structure service life. …”
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PROBABILISTIC ANALYSIS OF DEPTH AND CARBONATION FRONT DEVELOPMENT IN CONCRETE OF MARINE STRUCTURES by E. E. Shalyi, L. V. Kim, S. N. Leonovich, A. V. Stepanova

“…The article discusses the impact of the environment model south of the Far East, mainly due to the impact on hydraulic reinforced concrete structures of carbon dioxide in the environment, with subsequent corrosion of concrete and reinforcement.…”
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Progressive Collapse of Structural Systems Considering Force and Corrosion Damage by S. I. Merkulov

“…Peculiarities of corrosion damageability of concrete of reinforced concrete structures are determined, mechanisms of force and corrosion effects and their influence on progressive destruction of structural systems of exploited buildings are analyzed.…”
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