High-Performance Concretes: A State-of-the-Art Review of Material Behavior, rigid pavement under earthquakes
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High performance concrete can substitute conventional concrete in rigid pavement systems in earthquake-prone regions due to its enhanced mechanical properties, such high compressive strength, high flexural strength, and durability. An overview of relevant study on HPC material properties, rigid pavement design and performance, the effects of seismic loading on concrete structures in general, as well as specialized materials that include ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), engineered cementitious composites (ECC), and fiber-reinforced versions are presented in this review. Engineered cementitious composites (ECC), fiber-reinforced forms, and so forth. Metrics such loss of energy capacity, crack control ability, load transfer ability, and mechanical–environmental durability are highlighted in the review. Additionally, link slab technology, joint design, and additional cementitious materials for enhancing seismic performance and sustainability are among the subjects addressed. In addition to suggesting future directions for research on seismic optimum of nanomaterials-enabled HPC rigid pavement systems, this report discusses cost, standardizing, and performance data over the service life for HPC rigid pavements.
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