Anchorage, Fastening, and Connection Technologies in Concrete Structures and Infrastructures

In the realm of civil engineering and construction, the integrity and durability of concrete structures and infrastructures are paramount. The concepts of "anchorage," "fastening," and "connection" are central and critical to ensuring the stability and resilience of these structures against various forces and environmental conditions. Anchorage refers to the technique of securing reinforcement bars or tendons within concrete to enhance its tensile strength. Fastening involves the use of various mechanical devices such as bolts, screws, and nails to join different components of a concrete structure. Connection technologies encompass a broader range of methods to join concrete elements, including adhesives, welding, and interlocking systems. Connections are designed to distribute loads effectively between different parts of a structure and to maintain structural integrity under diverse conditions.

The development and application of these technologies associated with new cementitious materials are vital for the advancement of concrete construction practices and performance of concrete structures. They allow for the creation of monolithic structures with enhanced performance characteristics and the ability to withstand the test of time, weather, and seismic activities. Innovations in this field are continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the design, construction, service of bridges, buildings, dams, and other critical infrastructures.

The scope of the Research Topic can be defined as follows, with the areas for discussion that contributors are encouraged to explore:

• Historical Context and Evolution: Discuss the historical development of anchorage, fastening, and connection technologies in concrete structures.

• Material Science and Innovations: Explore the role of material science in the evolution of anchorage, fastening, and connection technologies, including the use of advanced materials like high-performance concretes and composites.

• Mechanical Properties and Strengthening Techniques: Analyze the mechanical properties of concrete when reinforced with various anchorage and fastening methods.

• Structural Analysis and Design Principles: Examine the principles of structural design that incorporate anchorage, fastening, and connection technologies to ensure optimal load distribution and structural stability.

• Seismic Resistance and Performance Under Extreme Loads: Evaluate the performance of concrete structures with different anchorage and connection technologies under seismic and other extreme load conditions.

• Sustainability and Environmental Impact: Discuss how these technologies contribute to sustainable construction practices and their environmental impact.

• Present case studies of notable projects where these technologies have been successfully implemented, highlighting the benefits and challenges.

• Health Monitoring and Maintenance: Explore the integration of health monitoring systems in concrete structures and the role of these anchorage, fastening, and connection in facilitating maintenance and repair.

• Numerical modeling and analyses: Analyze the performance of anchorage, fastening, and connection in concrete structures using numerical modeling and analyses.

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Article types

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Brief Research Report
• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• FAIR² DATA Direct Submission
• Hypothesis and Theory
• Methods
• Mini Review
• Opinion
• Original Research
• Perspective
• Review

Keywords: Anchorage, fastening, connection, concrete, structures

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