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The purpose of this study is to determine the capability of mechanical splices in reinforced concrete to develop the ultimate strength of typical reinforcement without limiting its ductility, as required by UFC 3-340-02. This study also follows the UFC 3-340-02 requirement for a specific mechanical coupler to be tested in a dynamic application prior to use in blast resistant structures. Mechanical couplers have been developed to meet requirements in conventional design codes, such as ACI, and to meet the demands of cyclic loading in seismic zones, however, little in-situ testing has been conducted on mechanical couplers under high strain rate dynamic load, as would be typical in a blast response.
As the biofuels industry continues to expand in support of global decarbonization mandates and objectives, facility owners and developers are being challenged to balance production efficiency, operational reliability, and personnel safety.
As high hazard facilities, biofuels sites should focus on developing a fire protections strategy informed by performance-based analysis so strategies implemented meet the unique challenges found at each facility.
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