Behavior of High Performance Concrete Integral Abutment Bridges
Author | : David Jonathan Knickerbocker |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 544 |
Release | : 2005 |
Genre | : Bridges |
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Author | : David Jonathan Knickerbocker |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 544 |
Release | : 2005 |
Genre | : Bridges |
ISBN | : |
Author | : David Jonathan Knickerbocker |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 256 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Concrete bridges |
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Author | : Robert J. Frosch |
Publisher | : Joint Transportation Research Program |
Total Pages | : 149 |
Release | : 2011-08-15 |
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ISBN | : 9781622600120 |
Integral abutment (IA) construction has become the preferred method over conventional construction for use with typical highway bridges. However, the use of these structures is limited due to state mandated length and skew limitations. To expand their applicability, studies were implemented to define limitations supported by rational analysis rather than simply engineering judgment. Previous research investigations have resulted in larger length limits and an overall better understanding of these structures. However, questions still remain regarding IA behavior; specifically questions regarding long-term behavior and effects of skew. To better define the behavior of these structures, a study was implemented to specifically investigate the long term behavior of IA bridges. First, a field monitoring program was implemented to observe and understand the in-service behavior of three integral abutment bridges. The results of the field investigation were used to develop and calibrate analytical models that adequately capture the long-term behavior. Second, a single-span, quarter-scale integral abutment bridge was constructed and tested to provide insight on the behavior of highly skewed structures. From the acquired knowledge from both the field and laboratory investigations, a parametric analysis was conducted to characterize the effects of a broad range of parameters on the behavior of integral abutment bridges. This study develops an improved understanding of the overall behavior of IA bridges. Based on the results of this study, modified length and skew limitations for integral abutment bridge are proposed. In addition, modeling recommendations and guidelines have been developed to aid designers and facilitate the increased use of integral abutment bridges.
Author | : Rami Ameer Bahjat |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 219 |
Release | : 2014 |
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This study presents the behavior of a precast skewed integral abutment bridge (IAB) using the recently developed NEXT-F Beam section in particular. In order to understand the bridge response, a 3-dimensional finite element model of a bridge (Brimfield Bridge) was developed to examine the thermal effect on the response of the bridge structural components. Eighteen months of field monitoring including abutments displacements, abutment rotations, deck strains, and beam strains was conducted utilizing 136 strain gauges, 6 crackmeters, and 2 tiltmeters. The behavior of the NEXT beams during construction was examined by conducting hand calculation considering all factors that could affect strain readings captured by strain gauges embedded in the 6 beams. Parametric analysis and model validation were conducted considering the effect of soil conditions, distribution of thermal loads, and the coefficient of thermal expansion used for the analyses. Using the validated model, the effect pile orientation was investigated. All the results and illustration plots are presented in detail in this study. As a result of this study, the behavior of the NEXT beams during construction was explained. Long term behavior of the bridge was also explained using field data and FE model. Furthermore, it was concluded that the coefficient of thermal expansion of concrete and temperature variation along the bridge depth and transverse direction can have a significant effect on the strain readings and calculated response, respectively. Lastly, it was found that orienting piles with their web perpendicular on the bridge centerline or with their web perpendicular to the abutment centerline will result in small ratio of moment demand to moment capacity.
Author | : Brian Christopher Dahm |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 246 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Bridges |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Jeffrey A. Laman |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 620 |
Release | : 2009 |
Genre | : Bridges |
ISBN | : |
The objective of this project was to revise and make more accurate integral abutment bridge design criteria based on observed structural behavior and results of numerical parametric studies. Observed behaviors were on the basis of field monitoring conducted at 4 integral abutment bridge sites and a weather station utilizing previously installed instrumentation and data acquisition systems. Integral abutment bridge engineering data were continuously collected over the entire contract period at bridges 109, 203, 211, and 222 and compiled, processed and evaluated. Numerical parametric studies were conducted on the basis of 2D and 3D finite element models, developed and calibrated to the observed integral abutment behavior, in order to evaluate the field performance of integral abutments and establish the range of potential applications for integral abutment bridge construction in Pennsylvania.