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Bridge loads an international perspective

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: 2000ISBN:
  • 0203185927
Subject(s): Summary: Provides a detailed summary of bridge loads from an international perspective. Covers all aspects from the methodology behind the calculation of bridge loads and the complex interactions between loads and bridges, to economic considerations. A wide range of bridge loads are coverec, including highway vehicle loads, pedestrial loads, railing loads and wind loads. The structure and design of bridges to accomodate these loads are examined and examples provided. Different modes of failure and current codes of practice are also covered.

Provides a detailed summary of bridge loads from an international perspective. Covers all aspects from the methodology behind the calculation of bridge loads and the complex interactions between loads and bridges, to economic considerations. A wide range of bridge loads are coverec, including highway vehicle loads, pedestrial loads, railing loads and wind loads. The structure and design of bridges to accomodate these loads are examined and examples provided. Different modes of failure and current codes of practice are also covered.