Next Performance

摘要

During the past 10years, the design and use of high-performance concrete (HPC) has become more common, with hundreds of structures created using the material. Signature bridges, including the Confederation Bridge in Prince Edward Island, Canada, and the Sagadahoc Bridge in Maine, often are made possible with HPC. Increased use of HPC grows from the coordinated efforts of individuals and organizations to research and develop the best high-performance solutions throughout the country. Groups like the National Concrete Bridge Council (NCBC) are joining with other industry associations and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to provide technical assistance to states and to secure more funding sources, especially in anticipation of TEA-21 reauthorization. The benefits of HPC for bridges make it attractive for projects large and small.