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Testing Post-Tensioned Steel Trunnion Rods for the U. S. Army ...

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Current Approach• Measure all rods (length and diameter)• Record lateral acceleration from impact• Do liftoff tests on 5-10% of rods• Use Liftoff tests and analytic model tocreate a calibrated equation (specific to <strong>the</strong>dam)• Estimate loads in rods not liftoff tested

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