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Fernando E. Fagundo
Associate Professor
Civil Engineering
College of Engineering
University of Florida
P.O. Box 116580 345 Weil Hall Gainesville, FL 32611
Phone: (904) 392-0951
FAX: (904) 392-3394
Email: FFAGU@CE.UFL.EDU
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Description of Research |
Dr. Fagundo's research involves behavior of prestressed segmental concrete bridges: Study of flal-slab segmental post-tensioned system to serve as replacement for standard highway overpass. A half-scale model has been tested under service and limit state loads for positive and negative bending. If implemented it could have a significant impact on cost reductions and aesthetic improvement over current alternatives. He is also doing research on temperature effects on epoxy-coated bonded strands: The effect of curing and ambient temperatures on the bond characteristics of epoxy-coated strands have been evaluated. A standard testing procedure has been established, design requirements have been developed, and bond characteristics have been correlated with external temperatures. |
Recent Papers or Publications |
Fagundo, F. E., M. I. Hoit and A. Soeiro, "Probabilistic Design and Optimization of Reinforced Concrete Frames," Engineering Optimization, Vol. 12, December 1990, pp. 387-392. Fagundo, F. E., Cook, R. A., and Biller, M. H., "Tensile Behavior and Design of Adhesive-Bonded Anchors and Dowels," Transportation Research Record, No. 1392, TRB, National Research Council, Washington, D. C., August 1993, pp. 126-133. |
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