STRUCTURE Articles

Novel Solution for Strengthening Handrail Anchorage Ali Abu-Yosef, Ph.D., P.E., S.E. Design and detailing of handrail anchorages in concrete structures must consider both structural performance and susceptibility to corrosion. Without these dual considerations, handrail anchorages are more likely to fail. […]

Testing Anchors in Cracked Masonry Natasha Zamani, Ph.D., P.E. Concrete and masonry members can experience cracking due to their low tensile strength. Cracking can occur for a variety of reasons, including loads, shrinkage, temperature, settlement, or stresses induced by seismic […]