I was wondering if anyone would be able to provide some recommendations on the best software to design a multi span horizontally curved steel bridge with steel straddle bent pier cap beams. The steel girders will most likely be framed into the web of the steel straddle bent pier cap, which...
I was wondering if anyone would be able to provide some recommendations on the best software to design a multi span horizontally curved steel bridge with steel straddle bent pier cap beams. The steel girders will most likely be framed into the web of the steel straddle bent pier cap, which...
I am analyzing the stability of an existing abutment for a bridge built in the 1930's and need to determine a coefficient of friction value for the existing expansion bearings. From the original design drawings it appears that the expansion bearings are comprised of a steel sole plate that...
We are performing construction services for a project on which we also performed the design. The superstructure is comprised of prestressed concrete, adjacent BI-48 box beams. Based on NJDOT specifications, the fabricator is to design and detail the transverse post tensioning rods/strands and...
I am currently designing a tied back timber bulkhead to serve as a bridge abutment. The bulkhead is tied back near the top and there are two rows of timber walers. The timber walers are sandwiched between the piles and the timber sheeting planks. I have not had any luck finding design examples...
Does anyone have any experience with longitudinal glulam deck panels with a timber wearing surface? Looking for any arguments for/against this approach. Client is looking to widen existing structure and wants a timber wearing surface to match the existing structure. Any fatal flaws that...
Widening an existing timber beam bridge with transverse timber deck planks to one side with longitudinal glulam panels. To match the existing structure we are planning to use transverse timber deck planks on the proposed glulam widening panels. Utilizing a different deck system or an...
