Title:
Accumulated Fatigue Damage in Concrete Bridge Decks
Author(s):
Andrzej Nowak
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Web Session
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Date:
10/23/2022
Abstract:
The objective of the presented research is to review the fatigue damage and service life consumption for concrete bridge decks by overweight vehicles. The analysis is based on the WIM traffic data and issued permit database to determine the total consumption of bridges, caused non-permit, permit, and illegal vehicles. Deterioration of concrete decks will be studied using material models, from early age concrete to cracked slab. Damage accumulation model will be developed to assess life consumption. The results of the study will have applications in budgeting, maintenance, and planning enforcement on highways.