PI: Prof. Jeffery R. Roesler and Dr. Jordan Ouellet Graduate Students: Lama Abufares, Alexander Sandoval, Fahad Ali, and Ben Manaugh The new volumetrics-based RCC mix design (Ouellet, 2025) was further investigated by ICT graduate students using fractionated reclaimed asphalt pavement (FRAP) as coarse aggregate replacement at 0%, 50%, and 100% by weight. Fresh-state characterization included […]
Our facility recently acquired an MTS 55-kip axial/torsional load frame model 309.30, from AMTEL of the Aerospace Engineering Department. The load frame can apply axial loads up to 55 kips and also 2,000 ft-lb of torque simultaneously. The total axial actuator stroke is 6″ and the rotary actuator rotation is limited to 100 degrees.
Our 5.5-kip hydraulic load frame was upgraded for better portability. Both the load frame and station were mounted on mobile carts, allowing us to operate them anywhere in the facility. The polycarbonate enclosure makes this load frame ideal for safe demonstrations. This load frame has hydraulic grips allowing us to test specimens dynamically in compression […]
PI: Prof. Jeffery R. Rosler and Prof. Oscar Lopez-Pamies Digital image correlation was performed while loading roller-compacted concrete (RCC) discs in indirect tension (split tensile). Load frame compliance was measured for various load levels by subtracting the DIC displacements from the total actuator displacements. Colored strain mapping was superposed over the specimen surface, to evaluate […]
We are pleased to announce that Wyatt Riemma and Dilan Yusgiantoro have joined the Newmark Structural Engineering Laboratory (NSEL) as Undergraduate Laboratory Technicians. In their new roles, Wyatt and Dilan will support ongoing experimental research, assist with laboratory operations, and contribute to maintaining a safe and effective testing environment. Please join us in welcoming Wyatt […]
A 2 kN (450 lbf) mechanical proving ring was recently calibrated for Prof. Tim Stark, in the preparation of the laboratory section of CEE 483 – Soil Mechanics and Behavior.