14 - Design for Shear Transfer: Inside Design and Engineering Challenges of Corrosion

In this Marine Infrastructure Live episode, we’re diving into the unique design and engineering strategies that defined QuakeWrap’s Galveston Port restoration. Join Professor Mo Ehsani as he discusses how to calculate the transfer of loads from newly added SPiRe® panel and reinforcing bars to the host concrete girder.  This is a calculation that must be checked in all retrofit projects (e.g. beams, slabs, seawalls, etc.) where a new reinforcing panel such as SPiRe®+ is added.   Focus on Design and Shear Transfer: Explore the complexities of shear transfer and how QuakeWrap’s solutions ensured structural integrity despite severe steel corrosion. In-depth Case Study: Learn about the engineering and design process behind the Galveston Project, as we discuss the detailed design calculations for transfer of shear from the SPiRe® panels to the host girders.  Broader Applications: Discover how these design principles and FRP applications can help you enhance durability and safety across various structural projects. This episode is ideal for structural engineers and infrastructure professionals eager to deepen their understanding of advanced design principles and real-world applications of FRP for long-lasting structural reinforcement.