Research Article

Use of UHPC in Bridge Structures: Material Modeling and Design

Table 1

Input parameters of the 1D UHPC model and typical values for Ductal derived from a notched tensile plate test [4].

DescriptionFor UHPC
SIIU

Composite matrix stiffness53.9 GPa(7820 ksi)
Composite fiber stiffness0 GPa(0 ksi)
Composite interface stiffness1.65 GPa(240 ksi)
Brittle tensile strength of composite matrix0.7 MPa(0.1 ksi)
Postcracking tensile strength of composite matrix6.9 MPa(1 ksi)
Tensile strength of composite fiber4.6 MPa(0.67 ksi)