The Application of the Semi-Continuum Method of Analysis to Determine Distribution Coefficients for Longitudinal Bending Moments in Simply Supported Bridge Decks under the Action of Traffic Loads to EC1

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
M.J. Ryall
Keyword(s):  
Bridge Decks ◽  
Distribution Coefficients ◽  
Bending Moments ◽  
Simply Supported ◽  
Traffic Loads ◽  
Longitudinal Bending

Large Deflection of a Rectangular Plate Resting on a Pasternak-Type Elastic Foundation

1977 ◽  
Vol 44 (3) ◽  
pp. 509-511 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. K. Ghosh
Keyword(s):  
Rectangular Plate ◽  
Elastic Foundation ◽  
Large Deflection ◽  
Lateral Load ◽  
Bending Moments ◽  
Shear Forces ◽  
Simply Supported ◽  
Base Parameters ◽  
Square Plate

The problem of large deflection of a rectangular plate resting on a Pasternak-type foundation and subjected to a uniform lateral load has been investigated by utilizing the linearized equation of plates due to H. M. Berger. The solutions derived and based on the effect of the two base parameters have been carried to practical conclusions by presenting graphs for bending moments and shear forces for a square plate with all edges simply supported.

Standardization of Three Efficient Footbridges: Von Mises, Monocontentio and Bicontentio Prototypes.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mario Guisasola
Keyword(s):  
Boundary Conditions ◽  
Structural Characteristics ◽  
Structural Behavior ◽  
Bending Moments ◽  
Variable Depth ◽  
Constant Depth ◽  
Simply Supported ◽  
Vertical Walls ◽  
Basic Concepts ◽  
Von Mises

<p>The Von Mises, Monocontentio and Bicontentio footbridges are three parameterized metal bridge whose main structural characteristics are their variable depth depending on the applied stress and the embedding of abutments. Its use is considered suitable for symmetrical or asymmetrical topographies with slopes or vertical walls on one or both edges. The footbridges include spans spaced apart by 20 to 66 meters, and are between 2 to 4.5 meters wide.</p><p>Its design is based on five basic concepts: integration in the geometry of the environment; continuous search for simplicity; design based on a geometry that emanates from structural behavior; unitary and round forms; and long- lasting details.</p><p>The structural behavior of these prototypes has been compared with three types of constant-depth metal beams: the bridge simply supported, and the bridge embedded on one or both sides.</p><p>The embedding of abutments, and the adoption of a variation of depth adapted to the bending moments diagrams, allow for more efficient and elegant forms which are well-adapted to the boundary conditions.</p>

Dynamic analysis of two dimensional simply supported orthotropic bridge decks

1978 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-69 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. G. Kulkarni ◽  
S. F. Ng
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Forced Vibration ◽  
Vibration Analysis ◽  
Bridge Decks ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Amplification Factors ◽  
Simply Supported ◽  
Forced Vibration Analysis ◽  
Critical Sections

Forced vibration analysis of two dimensional bridge deck structures involves complex mathematical procedures and therefore analysis is often based on beam idealization of equivalent plates. This simplification yields close agreement only for long span bridges where plate action is relatively insignificant. However, such a concept of beam idealization cannot be successfully utilized in the case of short span bridges where plate action is predominant and where the determination of the distribution of dynamic deflections and amplification factors at critical sections of such plates is of prime concern. The principal objective of the present investigation is the forced vibration analysis of longitudinally stiffened, simply supported orthotropic bridge decks utilizing a new concept of interconnected beam idealization. The theoretical analysis deals with determination of amplification factors and dynamic deflections along critical sections of the plate treated as a series of interconnected beams. The aspect ratios of the plates under investigation as series of interconnected beams are designed to cover a wide range of plate to beam transition. The theoretical analysis is supplemented by an extensive experimental programme.In conclusion, it is seen that this concept of interconnected beam idealization not only takes into account the plate action of the deck structure but also reduces greatly the complexity of mathematical formulation. A good comparison between the theoretical and the experimental results indicates that this concept can be used to advantage for analysis and, within certain limitations, for design purposes.

End moments in open web steel joists

1980 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 114-124
Author(s):  
S. C. Shrivastava ◽  
R. G. Redwood ◽  
P. J. Harris ◽  
A. A. Ettehadieh
Keyword(s):  
Significant Influence ◽  
The Other ◽  
Bending Moments ◽  
Axial Loads ◽  
Simply Supported ◽  
Gravity Load ◽  
Negative Bending

A study is made of the behaviour of open web steel joists having both top and bottom chords connected to a column when the end is subjected to negative bending moments. Six tests are described, three of which examine the behaviour with typical standard connections as detailed and supplied by manufacturers; the other three involve modifications to these connections in an attempt to minimize connection eccentricity. It is shown that the eccentricities inherent in the standard connections examined can have a significant influence on the behaviour and strength of a joist, whereas if the eccentricities are eliminated, reasonably predictable behaviour, based upon the member resistances under axial loads, can be achieved. These results are examined in relation to tie joists, which are designed to be simply supported under gravity load but have the bottom chord extended and attached to a column, and also in relation to joists designed as framing members.

Impulsive Loading of a Simply Supported Circular Rigid Plastic Plate

1968 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-65 ◽  
Author(s):  
Norman Jones
Keyword(s):  
Yield Condition ◽  
Impulsive Loading ◽  
Bending Moments ◽  
Circular Plates ◽  
Governing Equations ◽  
Rigid Plastic ◽  
Static Loads ◽  
Simply Supported ◽  
Experimental Values ◽  
Theoretical Procedure

It is clear from a survey of literature on the dynamic deformation of rigid-plastic plates that most work has been focused on plates in which either membrane forces or bending moments alone are considered important, while the combined effect of membrane forces and bending moments on the behavior of plates under static loads and beams under dynamic loads is fairly well established. This paper, therefore, is concerned with the behavior of circular plates loaded dynamically and with deflections in the range where both bending moments and membrane forces are important. A general theoretical procedure is developed from the equations for large deflections of plates and a simplified yield condition due to Hodge. The results obtained when solving the governing equations for the particular case of a simply supported circular plate loaded with a uniform impulsive velocity are found to compare favorably with the corresponding experimental values recorded by Florence.

PARAPET STIFFNESS EFFECT ON LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY OF MULTI-LANE CONCRETE SLAB BRIDGES

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Jaber ◽  
Mounir Mabsout ◽  
Kassim Tarhini
Keyword(s):  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Carrying Capacity ◽  
Bridge Deck ◽  
Concrete Slab ◽  
Load Carrying Capacity ◽  
Bending Moments ◽  
Reinforced Concrete Slab ◽  
Analysis And Design ◽  
Load Carrying ◽  
Longitudinal Bending

Bridge specifications do not consider the effect of parapet stiffness in the analysis and design of reinforced concrete slab bridges. This paper performs a parametric investigation using finite element analysis (FEA) to study the effects of parapet stiffness on live load-carrying capacity of two-span, three-and four-lane concrete slab bridges. This study analyzed 96 highway bridge cases with varied parameters such as span-length, bridge width, and parapet stiffness within practical ranges. Reinforced concrete parapets or railings, built integrally with the bridge deck, were placed on one and/or both sides of bridge deck. The longitudinal bending moments calculated using the FEA results were compared with reference bridge cases without parapets, as well as AASHTO Standard and LRFD specifications. The FEA results presented in this paper showed that the presence of concrete parapets reduces the negative bending moments by 15% to 60% and the positive bending moments by 10% to 45%. The reduction in longitudinal bending moments can mean an increase in the load-carrying capacity of such bridges depending on the parapet stiffness. This investigation can assist engineers in modeling the actual bridge geometry more accurately for estimating the load-carrying capacity of existing concrete bridges. Hence, new bridges can be designed by considering the presence of concrete parapets. Parapets can be used as an alternative for strengthening existing one and two-span reinforced concrete slab bridges.

The Application of E Shaped Steel Bearing on the Simply Supported Beam Bridge

2011 ◽  
Vol 90-93 ◽  
pp. 3141-3144
Author(s):  
Ling Jun Kong ◽  
Yan Bei Chen ◽  
Jun Liu ◽  
Qi Bin Jiang
Keyword(s):  
Computational Models ◽  
Time History ◽  
Earthquake Response ◽  
Bending Moments ◽  
Shear Forces ◽  
Simply Supported Beam ◽  
Simply Supported ◽  
Related Data ◽  
Nonlinear Time History ◽  
Beam Bridge

To study the application of E shaped steel bearing on the simply supported beam bridge, the Xinhua bridge is analyzed by the nonlinear time-history method and the Midas/Civil software, considering the interaction between pile and soil. The related data are obtained through two computational models. And the data are compared in this paper. The results show that the bending moments and shear forces of the bottom of the fixed pier are reduced, due to using the E shaped steel bearing at the fixed pier. The E shaped steel bearing dissipates the earthquake energy and reduces the earthquake response of the bridge.

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