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Research Projects Update Andrew Hanz WHRP Program Manager Hussain Bahia WHRP Technical Director DRAFT CONCEPT for Cont

WISCONSIN HIGHWAY RESEARCH PROGRAM Year in Review October 1, 2007 – September 30, 2008. Research Projects Update Andrew Hanz WHRP Program Manager Hussain Bahia WHRP Technical Director DRAFT CONCEPT for Contractor Engineer conference January 21, 2009.

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  1. WISCONSIN HIGHWAY RESEARCH PROGRAM Year in Review October 1, 2007 – September 30, 2008 Research Projects Update Andrew Hanz WHRP Program Manager Hussain Bahia WHRP Technical Director DRAFT CONCEPT for Contractor Engineer conference January 21, 2009

  2. Improve the return on investment in Wisconsin roads by delivering timely and implementable research products. WHRP Mission

  3. WHRP – Organization • Steering Committee • Five Technical Oversight Committees • Structures • Rigid Pavements • Geotechnics • Flexible Pavements • { Data Integration } • Frozen Four – Regional Coordination • Technical Service/Assistance to the Information Commons Program

  4. Progress to Date Completed and ongoing research WHRP was established in 1998 59 completed projects, 32 in progress (as of Oct. 2008) Flex TOC: 20 projects completed, 6 in progress Rigid TOC: 15 projects completed (1 Pooled Fund), 4 projects in progress (3 Pooled Fund) Geotech TOC: 14 projects completed, 8 projects in progress Structures TOC: 10 projects completed, 11 projects in progress Data Integration TOC 3 projects in progress

  5. Flex TOC Update Completed Research Completed Research 02-13: Evaluation of Interlayer Bonding in HMA Pavements 03-13: Field Evaluation of Wisconsin Modified Binder Selection Guidelines 04-07: Testing Wisconsin Asphalt Mixtures for the AASHTO 2002 Design Procedure 06-01: Perpetual Pavement Instrumentation for the Marquette Interchange Project ram pressure 1.25 deg SGC Test at47 ºC

  6. Research in Progress Design and Rehabilitation 07-01: Investigation of the use of OGFC in Wisconsin 08-06: Wisconsin Mixture Characterization Using The SPT on Historical Aggregate Structures 09-02: Performance Evaluation of Tack Coat Materials 08-09: Pre-Overlay Repair of Existing Concrete and Asphalt Pavements Construction 07-17: Relationship Between Lab and Field Compaction 08-07: Evaluation of Intelligent Compaction Technology for Densification of Roadway Sub-grades and Structural Layers (Joint with Geotech) Flex TOC Update Research in Progress

  7. Completed Research 04-12: Expanded Study of Aggregate Coating and Films on Concrete Performance 05-05: Analysis of Concrete Pavement Joints to Predict the Onset of Distress 07-03: Improving Full Depth Concrete Repair Rigid TOC Update Completed Research

  8. Research in Progress Mix Design 07-02: Detecting Deleterious Fine Particles on Concrete Agg. And Defining Their Impact. 08-08: Reduction of Minimum Required Weight of Cementious Materials in Concrete Mixes Rehabilitation and Performance Evaluation 08-10: Performance Assessment of WI’s Whitetopping and Ultra-Thin Whitetopping Projects 09-03: Performance Evaluation of OGBC with Doweled and Non-Doweled Transverse Joints on USH 18/151 and STH 29. Rigid TOC Update Research in Progress

  9. Completed Research 00-13: Evaluation of Bridge Approach Settlement Mitigation Methods. Geotech TOC Update Completed Research Settlement Mitigation Alternative – Geosynthetic Reinforced Fill $15 - $20/CY of Backfill increase in bid price.

  10. Research in Progress Subgrade Evaluation/Stabilization 04-10: Monitoring and Evaluation of Fly Ash Stabilized Subgrade Constructed by WisDOT 07-05: Development of Testing Methods to Determine Interaction of Geo-Grid Reinforced Granular Material for Mechanistic Analysis. 08-12: Determination of Resilient Modulus Values for Typical Plastic Soils in Wisconsin. Structural Support Systems 07-04: Comparison of Three Different Methods for Determining Pile Bearing Capacities 07-06: Development of Full Scale Testing of an Alternative Foundation System for Post and Panel Retaining Walls. Geotech TOC Update Research in Progress

  11. Research in Progress Compaction 06-04: Construction Vibration Attenuation with Distance and its Effect on the Quality of Early Age Concrete 08-07: Evaluation of Intelligent Compaction Technology for Densification of Roadway Subgrades and Structural Layers. (Joint with Flex) 08-11: Effective Depth of Soil Compaction in Relation to Applied Compactive Energy. Geotech TOC Update Research in Progress (continued)

  12. Completed Research Efforts 06-07: Specification and Design of Fiber Reinforced Bridge Deck Forms for Use on Wide Flange T-Girders Structures TOC Update Completed Research

  13. Research in Progress Bridge Analysis and Monitoring 04-15 Phase II: Bridge Integrated Analysis and Decision Support Case Histories 05-02: In-Situ Monitoring and Testing of IBRC Bridges in WI 07-09: Monitoring and Load Distribution Study for the Land Bridge Maintenance 06-06: Evaluation of Methods of Rebar Protection, Spall Prevention, and Repair Techniques on Concrete Girders 07-07: Evaluation of Fiberglass Wrapped Concrete Bridge Columns 09-06: Concrete Cracking in New Bridge Decks and Overlays Structures TOC Update Research in Progress

  14. Research in Progress Design and Construction 07-08: Rapid Bridge Construction Technology – Precast Elements for Substructures 05-03: Electronic Automation of LRFD Design Programs 08-13: Friction Coefficients for Stainless Steel (PTFE) Teflon Bearings 08-14 Phase I: Fatigue Risks in the Connection of Sign Support Structures – Phase I 08-15: Analysis of Permit Vehicle Loads in Wisconsin Structures TOC Update Research in Progress (continued)

  15. 07-23: Data Integration and Partnership for Statewide Transportation Planning 08-16: Evaluation and Recommendations for Further Development of the WisDOT Pavement Information Files (PIF) 08-17: Development of a Database Framework and Implementation Plan for Integrating WisDOT Materials and Construction Databases Data Integration TOC Update Research in Progress

  16. WISCONSIN HIGHWAY RESEARCH PROGRAM Year in Review October 1, 2007 – September 30, 2008 Impact of Completed Research Projects Andrew Hanz WHRP Program Manager Webinar November 25, 2008

  17. Impact of Completed Research Projects ~ 60 Completed Projects… What is the impact? Defined two categories Implemented Changed Practice Validated Current Practice Not Implemented: Not Implementable Further Research Implementation Project Pending Action

  18. Impact of Completed Research Projects Performance Measure – Projects Implemented Average for all TOCs: 28% Range for TOCs: 15% - 45%

  19. Implemented ProjectsFlex TOC Validated Practice 00-04 – Minimum Pavement Thickness for Superpave Design: Verified Layer thicknesses in 460.3.2 were appropriate. 05-07 – Guidance for Rubbilization: Current Guidelines were verified. Change in Practice 45-98–Field and Lab Evaluation of FAA: Table 460-2 in specifications changed to include the statement that FAA values are for design, not construction. 00-06 – Temperature Density Relationship of HMA: Density criteria in Section 460.3 were modified. 07-22 - Overlay Design Procedures for Flexible Pavements: Analysis tool and modification to FDM 14-10-30 to increase reliability of overlay design (AASHTO ’93 method).

  20. Validated Practice 45-16 – Field Measurement of W/C Ratio for PCC Phase II: No proposed methods were feasible for acceptance of field W/C as a pay item. 05-01 – Effects of GGBFS in PCC – Expanded Study: Recommendations consistent with current mix design specifications. Change in Practice 00-08 – Wet Pavements Crash Study of Longitudinal and Transverse Tined PCC: Std. Spec Section 415.3.11 allows long. tining on some pavements. 01-04 – Early Opening of PCC Pavements to Traffic: CP Tech Team allowed contractor to request early opening. Implemented ProjectsRigid TOC

  21. Change in Practice 03-16 – Evaluation of Methods for Characterizing Air Void Systems in WI for PCC: Concept implemented, however a more sophisticated piece of equipment used by WisDOT. 05-05 – Analysis of Concrete Pavement Joints to Predict the Onset of Distress: Modifications were made to specs related to joint spacing (415.3.9) and reinforcement (415.3.8). Implemented ProjectsRigid TOC (continued) Damaged dowel bar showing ineffectiveness of epoxy coating

  22. Validated Practice 00-13 – Evaluation of Bridge Approach Settlement Mitigation Methods: Report validated current WisDOT methods and provided some alternatives. Cost comparison is needed before alternative methods are pursued. Change in Practice 02-01 – Determination of Influence on Support Strength of CABC Due to Gradational, Regional, and Source Variations: Values for material properties and resilient modulus CABC from sources around the state are being used to support implementation of MEPDG. Implemented ProjectsGeotech TOC

  23. Change in Practice 00-15– Non-Destructive Testing of Highway Bridge Structures for Purposes of Structural Evaluation: Manual providing overview and guidance was distributed to state bridge inspectors. 00-17 – Assessment and Rehabilitation Strategies/Guidelines to Maximize Service Life of Concrete Structures: Two technologies provided in the research report have been incorporated into the Bridge Inspection Manual. 02-14b – Rapid Strengthening of Concrete Bridges: Study provided rehab for limited use. Regional engineers are aware of technology, but it was omitted from the Bridge Manual because it is not widely used. Implemented ProjectsStructures TOC

  24. Change in Practice 03-10– Integrated Field and Office Tools for Bridge Management: Technology was implemented during the research. Tablet PCs were found to be a more efficient way to track data and integrate it into the bridge management system. 04-13 – Reducing Shrinkage Cracking of Structural Concrete Through the use of Admixtures: Research led to investigation of other methods of reinforcement which have been used in the field. Also motivation for FY 09 Deck Cracking Study. 04-14– Health Monitoring of Bridge Structures and Components Using Smart-Structure Technology: Structural Health Monitoring on Bridges is used in special cases. Implemented ProjectsStructures TOC (continued)

  25. WISCONSIN HIGHWAY RESEARCH PROGRAM Year in Review October 1, 2007 – September 30, 2008 WHRP Support of MEPDG Andrew Hanz WHRP Program Manager Webinar November 25, 2008

  26. WHRP Support of MEPDG – Past Efforts TOCs have 14 projects from 2002 - 2008 Flex: 2 In Progress, 4 Completed Rigid: 1 In Progress, 1 Completed Geotech: 4 In Progress, 2 Completed Projects include: Materials Characterization Monitoring of Performance Design and Construction Full Summary at http://www.whrp.org/MEPDG%20Research.pdf

  27. WHRP Support of MEPDG – Potential Future Needs Materials Characterization Develop conventional values for materials properties and mechanical performance. Effect of recycled and alternative materials on material response

  28. WHRP Support of MEPDG – Potential Future Needs Design and Construction MEPDG for overlays Local calibration and parallel designs Develop methods for field evaluation Data Needs Specific to MEPDG Detailed performance data over Time Materials and as-built properties

  29. Thank you • Contact us • Andrew Hanzajhanz@wisc.edu608-262-3835 • http://www.whrp.org

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