procedure for load tests on a structural bridge
procedure for load tests on a structural bridge
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You could help me with a procedure for load tests on a structural bridge, we need to release the bridge and request the procedure of the load tests, I am grateful
RE: procedure for load tests on a structural bridge
I would anticipate that any load testing would be done because it was mandated by some standard or code and that standard or code would also dictate to a fair extent what was to be done and how.
RE: procedure for load tests on a structural bridge
RE: procedure for load tests on a structural bridge
RE: procedure for load tests on a structural bridge
RE: procedure for load tests on a structural bridge
RE: procedure for load tests on a structural bridge
Why is a load test required instead of an analytical load rating?
The procedure itself will depend on the design of the structure. Find the two or three most likely "weak links" in the design. Then come up with a way to validate their performance using the resources at hand (trucks, concrete barriers, etc).
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RE: procedure for load tests on a structural bridge
1. Determine the analytical capacity of the bridge
2. Set up strain gauges on the bridge structure at locations that match your analysis points.
3. Set up digital dial indicators at strategic deflection points
4. Monitor all remotely by computer as a heavily loaded truck with known axle weights drives slowly across the bridge with no other traffic on the bridge
5. Do this several times for repeatability
6. Back-check the data obtained against the predictive analysis