ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT: This paper describes the experimental results of hybrid steel-PSC (prestressed concrete) beam connected with perfobond rib shear connectors. In order to enhance structural behaviors of hybrid beams and convenience of construction, the perfobond rib shear connectors are applied to the upper and lower plate located between a steel girder and a PSC girder instead of using the shear studs. Under the three point loading condition, various beams with a different length are tested to evaluate the flexural characteristics of hybrid beams and joints. Results show that the applied joint type with perfobond rib shear connectors has good functionality on transmitting the load to the steel and PSC parts. The tested joint is an effective system as a joint of the steel-PSC hybrid structural system.
