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Document: 

ACI Fall 2025 Convention, Baltimore, MD

Date: 

March 2, 2026

Author(s):

Jose Restrepo

Abstract:

This study presents the design, construction, and shaking table testing of a two-column bridge bent developed for accelerated bridge construction with low-seismic damage objectives. The system incorporates precast post-tensioned columns connected to precast foundation and bent caps, with each column consisting of reinforced concrete cast inside a cylindrical steel shell that serves as formwork, confinement, and shear reinforcement. The steel shell is detailed to promote a rocking interface that concentrates seismic deformation demands at the column ends. Precast foundation and cap elements contain corrugated-metal-duct lined sockets, allowing on-site grouting to form the joints. A 35%-scale bent was constructed and subjected to combined horizontal and vertical ground motion inputs on a shaking table. Testing confirmed that seismic rotations concentrated at the column ends as intended, the bent exhibited excellent recentering capability, and observed damage was minimal, thus, validating the design objectives.

Document: 

CI4803Bartlett

Date: 

March 1, 2026

Author(s):

F. Michael Bartlett

Publication:

Concrete International

Volume:

48

Issue:

3

Abstract:

The City of St. Thomas, ON, Canada, erected a concrete statue of Jumbo the Elephant in 1985 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the circus elephant’s tragic death in St. Thomas after being struck by a train. This article is the first in a series by ACI Committee 120, History of Concrete, about commemorative monuments across North America and around the globe that have been constructed using concrete.

DOI:

10.14359/51750549

Document: 

CI4803Huso

Date: 

March 1, 2026

Author(s):

Deborah R. Huso

Publication:

Concrete International

Volume:

48

Issue:

3

Abstract:

The new Princeton University Art Museum, with its precast, ribbed concrete walls, includes nine bunker-like, interconnected pavilions with deep cantilevers and corners that have been shaved off to reveal the aggregate of the concrete. The brutalist vault of a building offers twice the floor space and provides a cultural gateway to the university campus.

DOI:

10.14359/51750550

Document: 

CI4803DCCAwards

Date: 

March 1, 2026

Publication:

Concrete International

Volume:

48

Issue:

3

Abstract:

The Decorative Concrete Council (DCC) of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, MO, USA, announced the winners of its 17th annual decorative concrete international awards program at ASCC’s annual conference in September 2025, in Indianapolis, IN, USA.

DOI:

10.14359/51750551

Document: 

CI4803ExcellenceArticle

Date: 

March 1, 2026

Publication:

Concrete International

Volume:

48

Issue:

3

Abstract:

Since its inception in 2015, the ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards has evaluated more than 860 projects and built an international network of people and resources. The Excellence Awards program strengthens ACI Chapters and connects participants with valuable resources.

DOI:

10.14359/51750552

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