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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

Design of Continuity Diaphragms Following New AASHTO Provisions
Project No: 122312
Improved Beam End Reinforcement Details for PCBTs with Debonded and/or Draped Strands
Project No: 122311
Entire Interior Culvert Lining with Engineered Cementitious Composites
Project No: 122144
Development of Design Recommendations for Non-Contact, Hooked Bar Lap Splices for Large Reinforcing Bars
Project No: 119918
Laboratory Characterization of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Reinforcement Material Properties and Surface Treatment Behavior in Concrete
Project No: 122602
Performance Assessment of Jointless Abutments in Virginia
Project No: 115767
The Effects of Surface Condition and Long-Term Environmental Exposure on the Bond Between Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymers and Steel
Project No: 115768

Reports

Forensic Investigation of Two Voided Slab Bridges in the Virginia Department of Transportation's Richmond District
Report No: 17-R12
Laboratory Investigation of Concretes for Partial-Depth Link Slabs
Report No: 25-R17

Bernard L. Kassner, Ph.D., P.E.

Bernie.Kassner@VDOT.Virginia.gov

(434) 293-1929

Team Membership

Structures

Last updated: April 25, 2025