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This study introduces a system-level design for combined shear connectors in steel-ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) beams. Optimizing connector placement based on force demands enhances structural performance and reduces steel usage in bridges.

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Area of Science:

  • Structural Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Bridge Engineering

Background:

  • Steel-UHPC composite beams are vital in modern bridge construction, offering superior strength and durability.
  • Current shear connector designs often use uniform types, leading to inefficiencies in force transfer and capacity utilization along the beam span.
  • Limited research exists on system-level design strategies for shear connectors that account for varying regional force demands in composite beams.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a system-level design method for combined shear connectors in steel-UHPC composite beams.
  • To optimize the arrangement of different connector types (headed studs and trapezoidal composite dowels) based on bending moment and interface shear distribution.
  • To enhance the integration of connector mechanical characteristics with spatial variations in internal forces.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a design procedure involving shear span division and longitudinal interface shear calculation.
  • Resistance verification for different connector types under varying stress conditions.
  • Application and validation of the proposed method on a steel-UHPC composite beam in a long-span bridge.

Main Results:

  • Headed stud connectors demonstrate reliable uplift resistance and ductile behavior in negative bending regions.
  • Trapezoidal composite dowel connectors are more effective in shear-dominated positive bending regions due to higher capacity and stiffness.
  • The combined system ensures effective composite action across different stress states and reduces overall connector steel consumption compared to stud-only designs.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed system-level design method optimizes shear connector arrangement in steel-UHPC composite beams.
  • This performance-oriented approach advances structural optimization by aligning connector function with regional force demands.
  • The study provides a practical framework for designing efficient and cost-effective shear connector systems in composite bridges.