Bernard L. Kassner, Ph.D., P.E.
Research Scientist
Research Interests:
- Bridge Design
- Concrete Design
- Bridge Maintenance
Education:
- Ph.D., Civil Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- M.S., Civil Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- B.S., Civil Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Registration:
- Registered Professional Engineer, Commonwealth of Virginia
Current Projects
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  Concrete Removal Limits for the Rehabilitation of Bridge PiersProject No: 127907
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  Evaluation of Alternative Materials for Timber Bridge Deck Plank ReplacementProject No: 128200
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  Test Methods for Joint Fabrics Used in Precast Concrete Adjacent Member Beam ConnectionsProject No: 128245
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  Design of Continuity Diaphragms Following New AASHTO ProvisionsProject No: 122312
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  Improved Beam End Reinforcement Details for PCBTs with Debonded and/or Draped StrandsProject No: 122311
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  Entire Interior Culvert Lining with Engineered Cementitious CompositesProject No: 122144
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  Development of Design Recommendations for Non-Contact, Hooked Bar Lap Splices for Large Reinforcing BarsProject No: 119918
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  Laboratory Characterization of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Reinforcement Material Properties and Surface Treatment Behavior in ConcreteProject No: 122602
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  Performance Assessment of Jointless Abutments in VirginiaProject No: 115767
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  The Effects of Surface Condition and Long-Term Environmental Exposure on the Bond Between Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymers and SteelProject No: 115768
Reports
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  Material Investigation of the Full-depth, Precast Concrete Deck Panels of the Old Woodrow Wilson BridgeReport No: 08-R2
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  Forensic Investigation of Two Voided Slab Bridges in the Virginia Department of Transportation's Richmond DistrictReport No: 17-R12
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  Laboratory Investigation of Concretes for Partial-Depth Link SlabsReport No: 25-R17
Team Membership
Last updated: August 21, 2025
