Civil Engineering / İnşaat Mühendisliği
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Article Citation - WoS: 1Citation - Scopus: 1Çelik Köprü I-kirişlerine Yanal Destek Sağlayan Trapez Sac Kalıpların Mukavemeti(Turkish Chamber of Civil Engineers, 2009) Eğilmez, Oğuz Özgür; Alkan, DenizTrapez Sac Kalıplar (TSK) hem çelik bina hem de çelik köprü sektörlerinde beton döşemenin kalıp sistemi olarak sıklıkla kullanılmaktadırlar. TSK’ler her ne kadar bina inşaatlarında çelik I-kirişlere yanal destek sağlayıcı elemanlar olarak işlev görseler de, çelik köprü sektöründe trapez sac kalıplardan destek elemanları olarak yararlanılmasına izin verilmez. Ancak, önceki çalışmalar birleşim detayının geliştirilmesi durumunda TSK sisteminin kirişin yanal kararlılığına belirgin şekilde destek sağlayabildiğini göstermiştir. Bu makale halen devam etmekte olan ve TSK’lerin mukavemetinin incelendiği analitik bir çalışmanın ara sonuçlarını içermektedir. Geçmişte, TSK sistemleriyle desteklenen köprü kirişlerin genel burkulma davranışını irdeleyen basit sonlu elemanlar modelleri (SEM) kullanılmıştır. Bu çalışmada TSK’leri hem birbirlerine hem de kirişlere bağlayan vidalardaki kararlılık destek kuvvetlerini belilemek için kullanılan geliştirilmiş bir sonlu elemanlar modelinin sonuçlarına yer verilmiştir. Bu çözümleme sonuçları TSK’lerin içermesi gereken mukavemet ihtiyacını belirleyecek olan bir tasarım yönteminin geliştirilmesinde kullanılacaktır.Article Citation - WoS: 8Citation - Scopus: 9Dynamic Behavior Predictions of Fiber-Metal Laminate/Aluminum Foam Sandwiches Under Various Explosive Weights(SAGE Publications, 2016) Baştürk, Suat Bahar; Tanoğlu, Metin; Çankaya, Mehmet Alper; Eğilmez, Oğuz ÖzgürApplication of blast tests causes some problems to characterize the performance of panels due to the drastic conditions of explosive medium. Real test has high safety concerns and is not easily accessible because of its extra budget. Some approaches are needed for the preliminary predictions of dynamic characteristics of panels under blast loading conditions. In this study, the response of sandwiches under blast effect was evaluated by combining quasi-static experiments and computational blast test data. The primary aim is to relate the quasi-static panel analysis to dynamic blast load. Based on this idea, lightweight sandwich composites were subjected to quasi-static compression loading with a special test apparatus and the samples were assumed as single degree-of-freedom mass-spring systems to include dynamic effect. This approach provides a simpler way to simulate the blast loading over the surface of the panels and reveals the possible failure mechanisms without applying any explosives. Therefore the design of the panels can be revised by considering quasi-static test results. In this work, the peak deflections and survivabilities of sandwiches for various explosive weights were predicted based on the formulations reported in the literature. Major failure types were also identified and evaluated with respect to their thicknesses.Article Citation - WoS: 16Citation - Scopus: 24Developing Polymer Composite-Based Leaf Spring Systems for Automotive Industry(Walter de Gruyter GmbH, 2018) Öztoprak, Nahit; Güneş, Mehmet Deniz; Tanoğlu, Metin; Aktaş, Engin; Eğilmez, Oğuz Özgür; Şenocak, Çiler; Kulaç, GedizComposite-based mono-leaf spring systems were designed and manufactured to replace existing mono-leaf metal leaf spring in a light commercial vehicle. In this study, experimentally obtained mechanical properties of different fiber-reinforced polymer materials are presented first, followed by the description of the finite element analytical model created in Abaqus 6.12-1 (Dassault Systemes Simulia Corp., RI, US) using the obtained properties. The results from the finite element analysis are presented next and compared with actual size experimental tests conducted on manufactured prototypes. The results demonstrated that the reinforcement type and orientation dramatically influenced the spring rate. The prototypes showed significant weight reduction of about 80% with improved mechanical properties. The hybrid composite systems can be utilized for composite-based leaf springs with considerable mechanical performance.Article Citation - WoS: 3Citation - Scopus: 4Cyclic Behavior of Steel I-Beams Modified by a Welded Haunch and Reinforced With Gfrp(Techno Press, 2009) Eğilmez, Oğuz Özgür; Alkan, Deniz; Özdemir, TimurFlange and web local buckling in beam plastic hinge regions of steel moment frames can prevent beam-column connections from achieving adequate plastic rotations under earthquake-induced forces. Reducing the flange-web slendemess ratios (FSR/WSR) of beams is the most effective way in mitigating local member buckling as stipulated in the latest seismic design specifications. However, existing steel moment frame buildings with beams that lack the adequate slendemess ratios set forth for new buildings are vulnerable to local member buckling and thereby system-wise instability prior to reaching the required plastic rotation capacities specified for new buildings. This paper presents results from a research study investigating the cyclic behavior of steel I-beams modified by a welded haunch at the bottom flange and reinforced with glass fiber reinforced polymers at the plastic hinge region. Cantilever I-sections with a triangular haunch at the bottom flange and flange slendemess ratios higher then those stipulated in current design specifications were analyzed under reversed cyclic loading. Beam sections with different depth/width and flange/web slendemess ratios (FSR/WSR) were considered. The effect of GFRP thickness, width, and length on stabilizing plastic local buckling was investigated. The FEA results revealed that the contribution of GFRP strips to mitigation of local buckling increases with increasing depth/width ratio and decreasing FSR and WSR. Provided that the interfacial shear strength of the steel/GFRP bond surface is at least 15 MPa, GFRP reinforcement can enable deep beams with FSR of 8-9 and WSR below - to maintain plastic rotations in the order of 0.02 radians without experiencing any local buckling.Article Citation - WoS: 10Citation - Scopus: 13Buckling Behavior of Steel Bridge I-Girders Braced by Permanent Metal Deck Forms(American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), 2012) Eğilmez, Oğuz Özgür; Helwig, Todd A.; Herman, ReaganPermanent metal deck forms (PMDFs) are often used in the bridge industry to support wet concrete and other loads during construction. Although metal formwork in the building industry is routinely relied on for stability bracing, the forms are not permitted for bracing in the bridge industry, despite the large in-plane stiffness. The forms in bridge applications are typically supported on cold-formed angles, which allow the contractor to adjust the form elevation to account for changes in flange thickness and differential camber between adjacent girders. Although the support angles are beneficial toward the constructability of the bridge, they lead to eccentric connections that substantially reduce the in-plane stiffness of the PMDF systems, which is one of the reasons the forms are not relied on for bracing in bridge applications. This paper documents the results of an investigation focused on improving the bracing potential of bridge deck forms. Modifications to the connection details were developed to improve the stiffness and strength of the forming system. Research included buckling tests on a 15-m (50-ft) long, twin-girder system with PMDFs for bracing. In addition, twin-girder tests were also used to validate computer models of the bracing systems that were used for parametric finite-element analytical studies. The buckling test results demonstrated that modified connection details make PMDF systems a viable bracing alternative in steel bridges, which can significantly reduce the number of cross-frames or diaphragms required for stability bracing of steel bridge I-girders during construction.Conference Object Citation - Scopus: 1Stiffness and Strength of Shear Diaphragms Used for Stability Bracing of Slender Beams(Curran Associates, 2014) Eğilmez, Oğuz Özgür; Akbaba, Andaç; Vardaroğlu, MustafaLight gage metal decking is often used in structures as concrete deck formwork, roof cladding or siding. In the steel building and bridge industries, decking acts like a shear diaphragm and provides continuous lateral bracing to the top flange of non-composite beams and girders that they are attached to. The building industry has long relied on the in-plane stiffness and strength of metal decking to brace steel beams during construction. Although the current AASHTO LRFD specifications do not allow bridge deck forms to be relied upon as a bracing source for steel bridge I-girders, recent studies have demonstrated that deck forms can significantly increase the buckling capacity of bridge girders by providing a relatively simple modification to the connection. Shear diaphragm bracing of steel I-beams have been studied in the past. These studies mainly focused on beams with stocky webs. The purpose of the study outlined in this paper is to enhance the understanding of both the stiffness and strength of shear diaphragms used to brace slender steel I-beams. The parameters that are investigated include diaphragm stiffness, sheet thickness, number of side-lap fasteners, flange width, and web slenderness ratio. Beams with web slenderness ratios of 100 to 160 and span/depth ratios of 10, 15, and 20 are considered. A simple finite element analytical (FEA) model is utilized in the study. The results indicate that web slenderness ratio does not have a major effect on fastener forces and the strength behavior of shear diaphragms is dependent on the number of side-lap fasteners. The findings of the study will be used to develop strength and stiffness requirements for shear diaphragms used to brace slender steel beamsConference Object Citation - WoS: 9Cyclic Testing of Steel I-Beams Reinforced With Gfrp(Curran Associates, 2011) Eğilmez, Oğuz Özgür; Yormaz, DorukFlange and web local buckling in beam plastic hinge regions of steel moment frames can prevent beam-column connections from achieving adequate plastic rotations under earthquake-induced forces. This threat is especially valid for existing steel moment frame buildings with beams that lack adequate flange/web slenderness ratios. As the use of fiber reinforced polymers (FRP) have increased in strengthening and repair of steel members in recent years, using FRPs in stabilizing local instabilities have also attracted attention. Previous computational studies have shown that longitudinally oriented glass FRP (GFRP) strips may serve to moderately brace beam flanges against the occurrence of local buckling during plastic hinging. An experimental study was conducted at Izmir Institute of Technology investigating the effects of GFRP reinforcement on local buckling behavior of existing steel I-beams with flange slenderness ratios (FSR) exceeding the slenderness limits set forth in current seismic design specifications and modified by a bottom flange triangular welded haunch. Four European HE400AA steel beams with a depth/width ratio of 1.26 and FSR of 11.4 were cyclically loaded up to 4% rotation in a cantilever beam test set-up. Both bare beams and beams with GFRP sheets were tested in order to investigate the contribution of GFRP sheets in mitigating local flange buckling. Different configurations of GFRP sheets were considered. The tests have shown that GFRP reinforcement can moderately mitigate inelastic flange local buckling.Article Citation - WoS: 6Citation - Scopus: 7Lateral Stiffness of Steel Bridge I-Girders Braced by Metal Deck Forms(American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), 2009) Eğilmez, Oğuz Özgür; Herman, Reagan S.; Helwig, Todd A.The lateral-torsional buckling capacity of steel bridge girders is often increased by incorporating bracing along the girder length. Permanent metal deck forms (PMDF) that are used to support the wet concrete deck during bridge construction are a likely source of stability bracing; however, their bracing performance is greatly limited by flexibility in the connections currently used with the formwork. This paper outlines results from a research study that assessed and improved the bracing potential of metal deck forms used in bridge applications. The research study included shear tests of PMDF panels, and also lateral displacement and buckling tests of twin girder systems braced with PMDF. This paper will provide key results from the shear panel tests and then focus on the lateral displacement tests. Parametric investigations of PMDF bracing behavior were conducted using finite-element analyses and the results from the lateral displacement tests served a critical role in calibrating the finite element models. This paper documents key results from lateral load tests of 17 girder-PMDF systems using a variety of bracing details and PMDF thickness values. © 2009 ASCEArticle Citation - WoS: 31Citation - Scopus: 36Mechanical Behavior of Polypropylene-Based Honeycomb-Core Composite Sandwich Structures(SAGE Publications Inc., 2010) Sezgin, Fatma Erinç; Tanoğlu, Metin; Eğilmez, Oğuz Özgür; Dönmez, CemalettinThis article presents results from an experimental study, investigating the effects of core thickness on the mechanical properties of composite sandwich structures with polypropylene(PP)-based honeycomb core and glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) face-sheets fabricated by hand lay-up technique. Epoxy matrix and non-crimp glass fibers were used for the production of GFRP laminates. Flatwise compression (FC), edgewise compression (EC), three-point bending (3PB) and double cantilever beam (DCB) tests were performed to evaluate the mechanical behavior of the composite sandwich structures (CSSs). Based on the FC tests, an increase in the compressive modulus and strength was observed with an increase in the core thickness. For EC tests, peak loads up to crush of the sandwich panel is discussed using core thickness. According to the 3PB tests, a decrease in core shear stress and facesheet bending stress was observed as the core thickness increases. © SAGE Publications 2010.Article Citation - WoS: 10Citation - Scopus: 15Stiffness and Strength of Metal Bridge Deck Forms(American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), 2007) Eğilmez, Oğuz Özgür; Helwig, Todd A.; Jetann, Charles A.; Lowery, RichardLight gauge metal sheeting is often utilized in the building and bridge industries for concrete formwork. Although the in-plane stiffness and strength of the metal forms are commonly relied upon for stability bracing in buildings, the forms are generally not considered for bracing in steel bridge construction. The primary difference between the forming systems in the two industries is the method of connection between the forms and girders. In bridge construction, an eccentric support angle is incorporated into the connection details to achieve a uniform slab thickness along the girder length. While the eccentric connection is a benefit for slab construction, the flexible connection limits the amount of bracing provided by the forms. This paper presents results from the first phase of a research study investigating the bracing behavior of metal bridge deck forms. Shear diaphragm tests were conducted to determine the shear stiffness and strength of bridge deck forms, and modified connection details were developed that substantially improve the bracing behavior of the forms. The measured stiffness and strength of diaphragms with the modified connection often met or exceeded the values of diaphragms with conventional noneccentric connections. The experimental results for the diaphragms with the modified connection details dramatically improve the potential for bracing of steel bridge girders by metal deck forms.