Various components and parts of a bridge such as superstructure, substructure, bearings of concrete and steel bridges, their types, importance, functions are discussed.
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Seismic Retrofitting of Bridge Abutments -Methods and Details
Two types of abutments used in bridge construction, monolithic and seat type. Methods and details of seismic retrofitting of bridge abutments are discussed.
Performance of Cable Supported Bridges During Earthquakes
Cable supported bridges perform better during earthquakes compared to other types of bridges. Performance of various types of cable supported bridges during earthquake is discussed.
Types of Prefabricated Bridge Elements and Systems for Bridge Construction
The most used prefabricated concrete elements for bridge construction are prestressed I beam, prestressed box beam, prestressed channel, and slab span.
Planning for Bridge Construction including Sequence and Steps of Planning
Planning for bridge construction is required as it has huge impact on life of people. Social, scientific and technological dimensions for bridge construction must be considered.
Accelerated Bridge Construction -Features, Advantages and Sequence of Construction
Accelerated bridge construction (ABC) uses innovative planning, design, resources and techniques to accelerate the bridge construction without compromising safety.
Types of Bridges Based on Span, Materials, Structures, Functions, Utility etc.
There are various types of bridges classified based on span, materials, types of bridge structures, functions, utility and position etc.
Balanced Cantilever Method of Bridge Construction
What is balanced Cantilever method of Bridge Construction? The balanced cantilever method of bridge construction used for bridges with few spans ranging from 50 to 250m. The bridge can be either cast-in-place or precast. Moreover, the basic concept of balanced ...