Assessment of the seismic behavior of reinforced concrete elements affected by corrosion: An objective comparison between quasi-static and dynamic tests

Corrosion of steel reinforcement is one the most widespread pathologies that leads to a loss structural performance reinforced concrete (RC) members. Thus, understanding mechanical consequences this pathology great importance. In past decades, many studies have been performed assess influence corrosion on quasi-static behavior RC structures. However, few investigations carried out characterize corroded dynamic under extreme loading. study, case earthquake loading investigated. The objective provide scientific community with reference experimental data properties These are very valuable when calibrating numerical models aiming determine some significant engineering demand parameters (EDP) such as bearing capacity, ductility and dissipation ability. Furthermore, relevance use tests in predicting seismic elements assessed. To reach goal, an campaign conducted large-scale beams. non-corroded beams subjected four-point bending test loads AZALEE shaking table (keeping same loadings boundary conditions). paper, detailed description presented. Then, results exposed, showing rate hysteretic response, offer, eigenfrequencies damping ratios.