Quantitative evaluation of digital image correlation as applied to large-scale gusset plate experiments

Published

June 21, 2012

Author(s)

Mark A. Iadicola, Robert S. Zobel, Justin M. Ocel

Abstract

As part of the National Cooperative Highway Research Project 12-84 "Guidelines for the Load and Resistance Factor Design and Rating of Gusset-Plate Connections for Steel Bridges" the Federal High-way Administration (FHWA) is performing large-scale gusset-plate experiments. The National Institute of Standards and Technology is working in conjunction with FHWA to perform digital image correlation (DIC) measurements during these experiments. This work focuses on a portion of the DIC measurements for one plate configuration, and presents a preliminary comparison of these data to other measurement methods being used including 3D laser position tracking, foil strain gauges, and photoelastic strain mapping. The results show qualitative agreement between full-field results of the methods in regards to measuring the initial shape and elastic strains. Additionally, a more quantitative comparison shows general agreement between the metrologies within the uncertainties of the methods.

Proceedings Title

Proceedings of IABMAS 2010: the 6th International Conference on Bridge Maintenance, Safety and Management

Conference Dates

July 8-12, 2012

Conference Location

Lake Como

Conference Title

IABMAS 2010: the 6th International Conference on Bridge Maintenance, Safety and Management

Pub Type

Conferences

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Keywords

digital image correlation, structural connection, gusset plate, bridge component

Citation

Iadicola, M. , Zobel, R. and Ocel, J. (2012), Quantitative evaluation of digital image correlation as applied to large-scale gusset plate experiments, Proceedings of IABMAS 2010: the 6th International Conference on Bridge Maintenance, Safety and Management, Lake Como, -1, [online], https://doi.org/10.1201/b12352-205 (Accessed April 19, 2024)