Numerical and experimental modeling of repaired and retrofitted structures
Use of Fiber Reinforce Polymer (FRP) in structural members
Field testing and nondestructive evaluation of bridges
Behavior of reinforced and prestressed concrete structural elements
Finite element analysis
Professional Preparation
Ph.D., 2002, Civil Engineering, University of South Carolina
M.S., 1999, Civil Engineering, University of South Carolina
B.E., 1996, Civil Engineering, Tsinghua University
Peer Reviewed (Archival) Publications
2009
Ouyang, Z. and Wan, B., An Analytical Model of FRP-Concrete Bond Deterioration in Moist Environment, Advances in Structural Engineering, 2009 (in press), 12 manuscript pages
Dai, J., Wan, B., Yokota, H. and Ueda, T., Fracture Criterion for Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Sheet to Concrete Interface Subjected to Coupled Pull-out and Push-off Actions, Advances in Structural Engineering, 2009 (in press), 40 manuscript pages.
Ouyang, Z. and Wan, B., Nonlinear Deterioration Model for Bond Interfacial Fracture Energy of FRP-Concrete Joints in Moist Environments, ASCE Journal of Composites for Construction, Vol. 13, No. 1, 2009 pp. 53-63
2008
Foley, C.M., Wan, B. and Liu, J., Wheel Load Distribution in Concrete Bridge Decks with FRP Stay-In-Place Forms, ACI SP-257: FRP Stay-In-Place Forms for Concrete Structures CD-ROM, SP-257-3, 2008 pp. 33-51
Ouyang, Z. and Wan, B., Modeling of Moisture Diffusion in FRP Strengthened Concrete Specimens, ASCE Journal of Composites for Construction, Vol. 12, No. 4, 2008 pp. 425-434