Volume 2 - Issue 2, March - April 2026

This Study Evaluates The Structural Performance Of Various Shear Connectors—Headed Studs, Channel Sections, perfobond ribs (pbl), and angle connectors—within a composite ibeam bridge deck system. Using nonlinear finite element analysis in ansys, the research focuses on the load-slip behavior, ultimate shear capacity, and stress distribution at the steel-concrete interface. Results indicate that while headed studs are the industry standard for ease of installation, channel and perfobond connectors provide superior shear resistance and reduced interfacial slip, making them more suitable for high-load applications.

Sakshi Kitukale, Prof.Sarang Mahajan,"Comparison of Shear Connector for Composite I Beam Bridge" International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Educational Development, V2(2): Page(379-386) Mar-Apr 2026. ISSN: 3107-6513. www.ijamred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.