Study of a curved continuous composite box girder bridge

1993 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 107-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. F. Ng ◽  
M. S. Cheung ◽  
H. M. Hachem
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Structural Response ◽  
Shell Element ◽  
Elastic Response ◽  
Box Girder ◽  
Girder Bridges ◽  
Bridge Model ◽  
Box Girder Bridge ◽  
Girder Bridge ◽  
Critical Sections

To better understand the behaviour of curved box girder bridges in resisting eccentric design truck loads, and the influence of plan curvature on the structural response, a model study was conducted at the University of Ottawa. In this study, the elastic response of a curved composite box girder bridge model was evaluated experimentally and confirmed analytically using the finite element method. Analytical predictions of both vertical displacements and normal stresses at critical sections compared fairly well with those evaluated experimentally. The isoparametric thin shell element employed in the analysis proved to be versatile and provided an accurate representation of the various structural components of a curved box girder bridge. Despite the eccentric nature of the applied OHBDC design truck loads and the bridge plan curvature, it was evident that in resisting the applied live loads, the girders at critical sections share equal proportions of the applied bending moments. Key words: bridge, curved, cellular, composite, eccentric loads, static, linear, experimental, finite element.

Positioning of bearings for curved continuous spread-box girder bridges

2002 ◽  
Vol 29 (5) ◽  
pp. 641-652 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magdy Samaan ◽  
Khaled Sennah ◽  
John B Kennedy
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Structural Response ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Extensive Study ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
Box Girder ◽  
Girder Bridges ◽  
Bridge Superstructure ◽  
Girder Bridge

The type and arrangement of bearings for a bridge superstructure are important considerations in bridge design. For a curved continuous spread-box girder bridge, the support conditions for the bridge superstructure may significantly influence the distribution factors for maximum stresses, reactions, and shear forces as well as the bridge natural frequencies and mode shapes. Current design practices in North America recommend very few guidelines for bearing arrangements and types. This paper describes an extensive study carried out using an experimentally calibrated finite element model, in which curved continuous prototype bridges were analyzed to determine their structural response. Six different types and arrangements of support bearings were studied to determine their effect on the maximum stress and reaction distributions as well as on the natural frequencies of such bridges. The results were used to suggest the most favourable bearing arrangement and type.Key words: bridge bearings, composite, continuous, curved bridges, design, distribution factors, finite element, spread-box.

Free vibration behaviour of thin-walled concrete box-girder bridge using Perspex sheet experimental model

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (106) ◽  
pp. 56-76
Author(s):  
V. Verma ◽  
K. Nallasivam
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Free Vibration ◽  
Curved Bridges ◽  
Box Girder Bridges ◽  
Box Girder ◽  
Girder Bridges ◽  
Thin Walled ◽  
Concrete Box Girder ◽  
Box Girder Bridge ◽  
Girder Bridge

Purpose: Curved box-girder bridges offers an excellent solution to the problems associated with traffic congestion. However, owing to their complex geometry, they are subjected to shear lag, torsional warping and cross-sectional distortion, which must be assessed in their study and design. Furthermore, the dynamic behaviour of curved bridges adds to the complexity of the issue, emphasizing the importance of studying free vibration. The purpose of this study is to numerically model the concrete curved box-girder bridge considering torsional warping, distortion and distortional warping effects and to identify key parameters that influence the free vibration response of the box-girder bridge by validating it with experimental and analytical studies. Design/methodology/approach: The concrete bridge is numerically modelled by means of computationally effective thin-walled box-beam finite elements that consider torsional warping, distortion and distortional warping, which are prominent features of thinwalled box-girders. The free vibration analysis of the concrete curved box-girder bridge is performed by developing a finite element based MATLAB program. Findings: The identification of critical parameters that influence the free vibration behaviour of curved thin-walled concrete box-girder bridges is one of the main findings of the study. Each parameter and its effect has been extensively discussed. Research limitations/implications: The study limits for the preliminary design phase of thin-walled box-girder bridge decks, where a complete three-dimensional finite element analysis is unnecessary. The current approach can be extended to future research using a different method, such as finite element grilling technique on multi-span curved bridges having unequal span.

scholarly journals Comparative Study on Dynamic Response of Deck Pavement of Two Kinds of Box Girder Bridges under Moving Loads

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Chundi Si ◽  
Xin Su ◽  
Enli Chen ◽  
Zhanyou Yan
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Shear Stress ◽  
Dynamic Response ◽  
Bridge Deck ◽  
Uniform Load ◽  
Box Girder Bridges ◽  
Box Girder ◽  
Girder Bridges ◽  
Box Girder Bridge ◽  
Girder Bridge

The objective of this study is to analyse the difference of dynamic response of the deck pavement between a box girder bridge with corrugated steel webs and a concrete web box girder bridge. In this study, a simply supported beam with a span of 34 m is taken as the research object. According to the principle of equal shear stress of the box girder section, the three-dimensional finite element model of the superstructure of two kinds of box girder bridges is established by the finite element software ABAQUS. The DLOAD and UTRACLOAD subroutines are called to impose a movement load on the bridge deck. The dynamic response of the bridge deck pavement under different vehicle speeds (36 km/h, 72 km/h, and 108 km/h) and different load types (single wheel rectangular uniform load and double wheel rectangular uniform load) is calculated. The variation trends of vertical displacement, longitudinal shear stress, and transverse stress of two bridges are compared. The results show that, under the same conditions, the dynamic response of the box girder bridge with corrugated steel webs is greater than that of the equivalent concrete web box girder bridge. The box girder bridge with corrugated steel webs has lightweight, good seismic performance and bending resistance, and more obvious advantages in deflection control. The equivalent concrete web box girder bridge has good shear and torsional properties. The response of two kinds of deck pavement systems of the box girder bridge under dynamic loads is more obvious than that under static loads. This study would provide some theoretical reference for the dynamic response of the deck paving system of box girder bridges.

Finite Element Analysis of Continuous Curved Box-Girder Bridge

2013 ◽  
Vol 454 ◽  
pp. 183-186
Author(s):  
Qi Yong You
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Internal Force ◽  
Calculation Model ◽  
Box Girder Bridges ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Box Girder ◽  
Girder Bridges ◽  
Internal Forces ◽  
Box Girder Bridge ◽  
Girder Bridge

The calculations of plan truss and beam-girder method on straight bridge were analyzed, which determined right beam-girder method calculation model of the box-girder bridge. Based on this model, the different radius continuous curved box-girder bridges were simulated by finite element, and then the internal forces of the bridge were obtained. The calculations of inner beam and outer beam show the change rule of internal force and bridge radius. The reasonable calculation methods of continuous curved box girder bridges are obtained, which can offer help to the bridge designers.

The Application of Grillage Method in Analyzing Box Girder Structure

2011 ◽  
Vol 55-57 ◽  
pp. 1034-1039 ◽  
Author(s):  
Li Yun Yi
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Engineering Design ◽  
Box Girder ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Bridge Model ◽  
Box Girder Bridge ◽  
Girder Bridge ◽  
Grillage Method ◽  
Performance Calculation

This paper introduces the theory of grillage method, principles and grillage beam meshing as well as the performance calculation of grillage member section in detail. The finite element software Midas / Civil is used to establish the continuous box girder bridge model for the comparative analysis between the grillage method and single girder method, and the results show that the precision of grillage method can meet the needs of the engineering design.

Structural Response of Skew RC Box Girder Bridge

1982 ◽  
Vol 108 (1) ◽  
pp. 89-104
Author(s):  
Alexander C. Scordelis ◽  
S. Tanvir Wasti ◽  
Frieder Seible
Keyword(s):  
Structural Response ◽  
Box Girder ◽  
Box Girder Bridge ◽  
Girder Bridge

Static response of curved steel thin-walled box-girder bridge subjected to Indian railway loading

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (2) ◽  
pp. 63-74
Author(s):  
V. Verma ◽  
K. Nallasivam
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Dynamic Response ◽  
Box Girders ◽  
Box Girder ◽  
One Dimensional ◽  
Thin Walled ◽  
Box Girder Bridge ◽  
Girder Bridge ◽  
Indian Railway ◽  
Different Response

Purpose: The primary objective of the current study is to numerically model the steel thin-walled curved box-girder bridge and to examine its various response parameters subjected to Indian Railway loading. Design/methodology/approach: The analysis is conducted by adopting a one dimensional curved thin-walled box-beam finite beam element based on finite element methodology. The scope of the work includes a computationally efficient, three-noded, one-dimensional representation of a thin-walled box-girder bridge, which is especially desirable for its preliminary analysis and design phase, as well as a study of the static characteristics of a steel curved bridge, which is critical for interpreting its dynamic response. Findings: The analytical results computed using finite element based MATLAB coding are presented in the form of various stress resultants under the effect of various combinations of Indian Railway loads. Additionally, the variation in different response parameters due to changes in radius and span length has also been investigated. Research limitations/implications: The research is restricted to the initial design and analysis phase of box-girder bridge, where the wall thickness is small as compared to the cross-section dimensions. The current approach can be extended to future research using a different method, such as Extended finite element technique on curved bridges by varying boundary conditions and number of elements. Originality/value: The validation of the adopted finite element approach is done by solving a numerical problem, which is in excellent agreement with the previous research findings. Also, previous studies had aimed at thin-walled box girders that had been exposed to point loading, uniformly distributed loading, or highway truck loading, but no research had been done on railway loading. Moreover, no previous research had performed the static analysis on thin-walled box-girders with six different response parameters, as the current study has. Engineers will benefit greatly from the research as it will help them predict the static behaviour of the curved thin-walled girder bridge, as well as assess their free vibration and dynamic response analysis.

Installation Technology of Webs in the Construction of PC Box-Girder Bridge with Corrugated Steel Webs

2012 ◽  
Vol 204-208 ◽  
pp. 2209-2213 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ya Jiang Du ◽  
Bing Wen Yang ◽  
Shui Wan
Keyword(s):  
Prestressed Concrete ◽  
Box Girder Bridges ◽  
Box Girder ◽  
Girder Bridges ◽  
Section Shape ◽  
Out Of Plane ◽  
Box Girder Bridge ◽  
Corrugated Steel Web ◽  
Girder Bridge ◽  
Installation Technology

In the construction of prestressed concrete(PC) box-girder bridge with corrugated steel webs used cast-in-place cantilever method, the key component-corrugated steel webs are fabricated in factory first and then transported to the construction site. Because of the low out-of plane stiffness, corrugated steel webs are easy to deform in the construction, which brings many difficulties for construction. The precision of installing the corrugated steel web has a direct effect on the cross-section shape of the box-girder. So it is a key step to monitor the orientation and installation of corrugated steel web during construction. Based on the experience of some PC box-girder bridges with corrugated steel webs having been built, a method to control the installation accuracy of corrugated steel webs is proposed and some quality assurance measures are introduced in order to ensure the accuracy, reliability and security of the installation of corrugated steel web. The method can be taken as a reference in the construction of this kind of bridge.

Calculation of Cross Beam in Continuous Box Girder Bridge Based on Modified Shear Method

2014 ◽  
Vol 578-579 ◽  
pp. 642-647
Author(s):  
Ya Feng Gong ◽  
Xiao Bo Sun ◽  
Huan Li Wang ◽  
Hai Peng Bi
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Traditional Method ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Measured Data ◽  
Box Girder ◽  
Box Girder Bridge ◽  
Girder Bridge ◽  
Simplified Calculation ◽  
The Finite Element Model

The mechanical properties of cross beam in continuous box girder bridge can be obtained through analyzing the finite element model and measured data of bridge. A new simplified calculation method for cross beam is proposed in this paper, which is called modified shear method. Comparative analysis with traditional method is used to verify its feasibility and practicability.

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