Title: Investigation of Multibeam Bridges

Author(s): Rene E. Walther

Publication: Journal Proceedings

Volume: 54

Issue: 12

Appears on pages(s): 505-526

Keywords: no keywords

DOI: 10.14359/11453

Date: 12/1/1957

Abstract:
Following introductory reference to the load-carrying system of multibeam bridges (theory of orthotropic plates) the paper reports findings of test series on a large-scale model bridge of prestressed concrete. It is shown that such a bridge can accurately be analyzed as an orthotropic plate. The influence of factors which affect the behavior of the structure-slip between adjacent beams, interaction of shear keys, degree and location of lateral post-tensioning, etc.-have been studied. Empirical formulas for the relationship of the stiffness properties are derived.