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WAGH INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING EDUCATION AND RESEARCH, NASHIK

MTech. Project Review – I

Name: Ms. Jesika Sandip Lalwani

Mr. Ritesh Sanjay Shinde
Name of Guide: Dr. V. K. PATIL
Prof.V.S.Shinde
Title of Project (Approved Topic): Experimental Analysis and design of cold joint of
Prestress concrete girder.

Problem Statement: Cold joints, formed by the connection of precast segments or the
interruption of casting during construction, introduce complexities that must be carefully
managed to ensure the overall performance and longevity of the bridge structure.

The design and analysis of cold joints in prestressed concrete girders present a multifaceted
challenge, encompassing structural integrity, durability, and construction efficiency
Objectives: The design of cold joints in prestressed concrete deck slabs for bridges involves
several objectives to ensure the overall structural integrity, durability, and performance of the
bridge. Here are some key objectives:

 Ensure efficient transfer of loads between adjacent segments of the deck slab.
 Minimize the stress concentrations at the cold joint to prevent premature failure.

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Select result number 1 Precast concrete sandwich one-way slabs under flexural loading
Engineering Structures, Volume 138, 2017, pp. 447-457
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Signature of Guide

Signature of co-guide- (P.G.

Coordinator)

(Signature of Student)