Washington State University
National Center for Transportation Infrastructure Durability & Life-Extension (TriDurLE)
Research Thrusts
The research activities of the National UTC TriDurLE will be grouped into six interrelated thrust areas as follows, which will be supplemented by education and technology transfer activities.
- Management: Asset management and performance management for enhanced durability and life-extension of transportation infrastructure.
- Monitoring: Condition monitoring, remote sensing, and the use of GPS for enhanced durability and life-extension of transportation infrastructure.
- Addressing corrosion of transportation infrastructure.
- Addressing aging and other materials-related durability distresses of transportation infrastructure through the use of new materials, technologies, and construction methodologies.
- Addressing natural hazards and extreme events that threaten the durability and service life of transportation infrastructure.
- Intervention and rehabilitation of transportation infrastructure through advanced materials, technologies and construction methodologies.
2022 Research Projects
2021 Research Projects
| Title of funded project | Principal Investigator(s) | University(s) | Category | Project # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Using Deep Learning for Accurate Detection of Bridge Performance Anomalies | Farnoush Banaei-Kashani, Chris Pantelides, Jimmy Kim | University of Colorado Denver, University of Utah | Applied Research | 2021-UCD-01 |
| Design of Fly Ash-Based Geopolymer Concrete-Filled FRP Tube Composite for Highly Durable and Environmentally Friendly Infrastructure | Xianming Shi | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2021-WSU-01 |
| Developing High-Performance Nanocomposite Coating for Steel Reinforcement Protection in Chloride-Rich Concrete | Xianming Shi | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2021-WSU-02 |
| Development of microcapsule-based self-healing, high-strength engineered cementitious composites (SHHS-ECC) | Jialuo He, PI Xianming Shi, Co-PI | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2021-WSU-03 |
| Sustainable nHPC Mixtures for Durable Overlay of Concrete Bridge Decks in Cold Regions: Proof of Concept | Xianming Shi, PI Jialuo He, Co-PI | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2021-WSU-04 |
| Development of a Stormwater Detention/Infiltration System for Urban Highways Using Permeable Light-weight Cellular Concrete, Phase I | Steven Bartlett, PI, Nigel Bruce Pickering, Co-PI | University of Utah, Washington State University | Applied Research | 2021-UU-01 |
| Preparation of Pavement Infrastructure for Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Deployment –Phase I | Xianbiao Hu, PI Jenny Liu, Co-PI | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2021-MST-01 |
| Drone-Based Measurements for Bridge Field Testing | Mostafa Tazarv, PI Marco Ciarcia, Co-PI Kwanghee Won, Co-PI | South Dakota State University | Applied Research | 2021-SDSU-01 |
| Development of Holistic Methodologies for Improving Asphalt Mix Durability (Yr 2) | Jenny Liu, PI Pedro Romero, Co-PI Fujie Zhou, Co-PI | Missouri University of Science & Technology University of Utah Texas A&M University | Applied Research | 2021-MST-02 |
| Seismic Performance and Fragility of Retrofitted Reinforced Concrete Bridge Columns to Long-Duration Earthquakes | Adam Phillips, PI Chris Motter, Co-PI | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2021-WSU-05 |
| Assessment and Evaluation of Post-Liquefaction Lateral Spread Impact on Bridge Deep Foundations | Mohamad Ashour, PI Sudip Bhattacharjee, Co-PI | Alabama A&M University | Applied Research | 2021-AAM-01 |
| Use of Recycled Plastics in Asphalt Pavement Year 2 | Jenny Liu, PI Xinhua Liang, Co-PI | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2021-MST-03 |
| AI-Based Prediction Models for Transportation Infrastructure Asset Management Data Hub – Phase I | Xianbiao Hu, PI Jenny Liu, Co-PI | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2021-MST-04 |
| Effects of Combined Carbonate and Biofilm on Shrinkage Cracking in Unsaturated Cementitiously stabilized Soils Using Microcapsules | Xianming Shi, PI | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2021-WSU-06 |
| Repairable Precast Bridge Bents for Extreme Events | Mostafa Tazarv, PI | South Dakota State University | Applied Research | 2021-SDSU-02 |
| UAV-Enabled Structure-From-Motion Photogrammetry for Bridge Crack Detection and Characterization | Xiong Zhang, PI Junny Liu, Co-PI Genda Chen, Co-PI | Missouri University of Science I& Technology | Applied Research | 2021-MST-05 |
| A Multiple-Camera System to Determine the Absolute Volume of Soil Specimen during Dynamic Triaxial Testing (Yr 1) | Xiong Zhang, PI Jenny Liu, Co-PI | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2021-MST-06 |
| The (In)Equitable Distribution of Quality Bicycling Infrastructure | Wes Marshall, PI Nicholas Ferenchak, Co-PI | University of Colorado Denver, University of New Mexico | Applied Research | 2021-UCD-UNM-01 |
| Development of Infrastructure Research Weekly APP | Xianming Shi, PI Kakan Dey, Co-PI | Washington State University West Virginia Univ | Applied Research | 2021- WSU-WVU-01 |
| Comparing the Performances of Different Wicking Fibers for Water Removal for Transportation Applications | Xiong Zhang, PI Xinhua Liang, Co-PI | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2021-MST-07 |
| Corrosion propagation monitoring legacy samples and forensic analysis on selected sample | Francisco Moreno-Presuel, PI | Florida Atlantic University | Applied Research | 2021-FAU-01 |
| Poro-Elastic modeling and measurement of rebar corrosion and crack formation using high frequency ultrasonics | Pierre-Phillipe Beaujean, PI | Florida Atlantic University | Applied Research | 2021-FAU-02 |
| Upcycling agro wastes as additives for sustainable roadway anti-icing operations | Xianming Shi | Washington State Universitiy | Applied Research | 2022-WSU-08 |
2020 Research Projects
| Title of Funded Project | Principle Investigator(s) | University(s) | Category | Project Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Use of Recycled Plastics in Asphalt Pavements | Jenny Liu | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2020-MST-01 |
| Exploring the Feasibility of Innovative Integration of Phase Change Materials for Thermo-Adaptive Asphalt Pavements | Jenny Liu | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2020-MST-02 |
| Test Methods and Bond Performance Characterization of Shotcrete-Concrete Interface | Haifang Wen | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2020-WSU-01 |
| Modeling and Measurement of Rebar Corrosion on Crack Formation Using High Frequency Ultrasonics in Three Dimensions and with No Contact with the Sample | Pierre-Phillipe Beaujean | Florida Atlantic University | Applied Research | 2020-FAU-01 |
| Post-Earthquake Serviceability of RC Bridge Bents Using Visual Inspection | Mostafa Tazarv | South Dakota State University | Applied Research | 2020-SDSU-01 |
| Extended Monitoring of Performance of Wicking Geotextile to Mitigate Pumping in Pavement Shoulder | Xiong Zhang | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2020-MST-03 |
| Performance of ABC Columns and Cost-Effective Retrofit Strategies Subjected to Synergistic Distress Resulting from Corrosion and Seismic Loading | Chris Pantelides, PI, U of Utah Yail Jimmy Kim, PI, UC Denver | University of Utah University of Colorado, Denver | Applied Research | 2020-UU-01 |
| Numerical Simulation of Pavement Installed with Wicking Geotextile in Responses to Climatic Conditions | Xiong Zhang | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2020-MST-04 |
| Evaluation of Downdrag Loads on Bridge Pile Foundations in Inundated Collapsible Soils | Mohamad Ashour | Alabama A&M University | Applied Research | 2020-AA&M-01 |
| An Innovative Approach to Enhance Self-Healing in Cementitiously Stabilized Soils and Mitigate Shrinkage Cracking | Muhunthan Balasingam | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2020-WSU-02 |
| Impacts of Magnesium Chloride Deicer on the Durability of Nanosilica-Modified HVFA Concrete | Xianming Shi, PI Jialuo He, Co-PI | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2020-WSU-03 |
| Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Seismic Retrofit of Reinforced Concrete Bridge Columns Vulnerable to Long-Duration Subduction Zone Earthquakes | Christopher Motter, PI Adam Phillips, Co-PI | Washington State Unversity | Applied Research | 2020-WSU-04 |
| Fatigue Life Analysis of Reinforced Concrete Beams Strengthened with Composites | Christian Carloni | Case Western Reserve University | Applied Research | 2020-CWRU-01 |
| Evaluating Sidewalk Infrastructure Durability and Life Extension | Wesley Marshall, PI; Arunprakash Karkunanithi, Co-PI | University of Colorado, Denver | Applied Research | 2020-UCD-01 |
| Durability of Transverse Sawcut Joints in Mid-Western Jointed Concrete Pavements | Dan Zollinger, PI Texas A&M Jenny Liu, Co-PI, MST | Texas A&M University Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2020-TAM_MST-01 |
| Development of a Multi-Scale Self-Healing High-Volume Fly Ash UHPC | Zhigang Zhang, PI Xianming Shi, Co-PI | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2020-WSU-05 |
| Development of Holistic Methodologies for Improving Asphalt Mix Durability (Yr 1) | Jenny Liu, PI, MST Fujie Zhou, PI, Texas A&M Pedro Romero, PI, UU | Missouri University of Science & Technology Texas A&M University University of Utah | Applied Research | 2020-MST_TAM-02 |
| Development of Environmental Responsive Asphalt Technology for Asphalt Pavement Life Extension | Xiong (Bill) Yu | Case Western Reserve University | Applied Research | 2020-CWRU-02 |
| Developing Enhanced Performance Curves of ITD Asphalt Pavements by Mining the Historical Data | Xianming Shi, PI Yong Deng, Co-PI | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2020-WSU-06 |
| Develop an Innovative Self-Healing Concrete Technology for Bridge Deck Life Extension | Xiong (Bill) Yu | Case Western Reserve University | Applied Research | 2020-CWRU-03 |
| Design of Long-Lasting Discrete Sacrificial Anode for Corrosion Mitigation of Reinforcement in Chloride Contaminated Concrete | Jialuo He, PI Xianming Shi, Co-PI | Washington State University | Applied Research | 2020-WSU-07 |
| Corrosion Propagation Monitoring Using Galvanostatic Pulse on Reinforced Concrete Legacy Samples | Francisco Presuel-Moreno | Florida Atlantic University | Applied Research | 2020-FAU-02 |
| Analyzing the Impact of Autonomous Maintenance Technology to Transportation Infrastructure Capacity for Condition Monitoring and Performance Management | Xianbiao (XB) Hu | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2020-MST-05 |
| Multi-Level Resilience-Based Transportation Asset Management (TAM) Framework using Bayesian Network | Ji Yun Lee (PI, WSU) Yue Li (PI, CWRU) Xiong Yu (Co-PI, CWRU) | Washington State University Case Western Reserve University | Applied Research | 2020-WSU-08 |
| Automated Detection of Characterization of Cracks Using Structure-From-Motion Based Photogrammetry: A Feasibility Study | Xiong Zhang | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Applied Research | 2020-MST-06 |
| Highway Pavement Condition Deterioration Modeling Considering Maintenance History | Waheed Uddin (PI, UM) Hakan Yasarer (Co-PI, UM) | University of Mississippi | Applied Research | 2020-UM-01 |