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AASHTO LRFD (LL+IM on piles) bridge design
Using the AASHTO LRFD code (3.6.2.1), I understand that the load used to design piles at end bents, which are entirely below ground, would not have the dynamic load allowance (IM) included with the truck live load calculations. As for an interior bent, where piles are partially above ground, I...- evie
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- Forum: Bridge engineering
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LRFD Dynamic Load Allowance on piles
Using the AASHTO LRFD code (3.6.2.1), I understand that the load used to design piles at end bents, which are entirely below ground, would not have the dynamic load allowance (IM) included with the truck live load calculations. As for an interior bent, where piles are partially above ground, I...- evie
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- Replies: 0
- Forum: Structural engineering general discussion
