@article{MAKHILLJEAS201914717644,
    title = {Evaluation of Mechanical Properties for Elastomeric Rubber/Steel
Laminates Used as Bridges Expansion Joints},
    journal = {Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences},
    volume = {14},
    number = {7},
    pages = {2099-2102},
    year = {2019},
    issn = {1816-949x},
    doi = {jeasci.2019.2099.2102},
    url = {https://makhillpublications.co/view-article.php?issn=1816-949x&doi=jeasci.2019.2099.2102},
    author = {Mahmoud,M. and},
    keywords = {Rubber,expansion joints,tensile strength,bridges,properties,ASTM 4014},
    abstract = {In this study, the mechanical properties representing by tensile strength and elongation at break for
the as-received steel reinforced rubber expansion joints were measured. Shore A hardness test was also
measured. The tensile specimens were prepared according to ASTM D 4014. The results showed that steel plate
reinforced rubber plays a significant role in stopping the crack initiating that occurred due to the continuous
applied tensile load. The maximum tensile strength was reached of 16.73 MPa with a 456 % elongation at break
and a shore A hardness value of 61.5 that gives the joints a superior durability and the required displacements
of 330 mm in the bridge decks they are used to.}
    }