Abstract: A finite strip method (FSM) is developed for the analysis of linear elastic flat plate systems that are continuous over, deflecting supports. The approach presented incorporates the effect of the support elements in a ...

Abstract: Eighteen timber bridges built in the late 1960s and early 1970s are inspected to determine the performance of their various components. In general, the bridges are in excellent structural condition. Glulam decks provide ...

Abstract: Extensive research conducted during the past several decades has led to significant design advancements related to the use of wood as a highway bridge construction material. Factors which have contributed to the renewed ...

Abstract: Analytical and experimental studies were performed on single and double‐tapered glulam members. An orthotropic finite element modeling was employed. Analytical predictions were confirmed by static load tests conducted on ...

Abstract: Stresses in double‐tapered, straight‐forward glulam beams are investigated by use of an orthotropic finite element method of analysis. Geometric and elastic materials parameters were varied to establish the sensitivity of ...

Abstract: A finite-element model (FEM) is developed to predict the load-displacement behavior of a composite wood-concrete floor/deck system under short-term loading. The interlayer connection was modeled with link elements dedicated ...

Abstract: A finite-element program to evaluate the stresses found in finger-jointed lumber subjected to uniaxial tension has been developed and verified. This program exploits a unique contact element useful in modeling a thin, ...

Abstract: A semiempirical, mathematical model for assessing the load behavior of bridge guardrail systems is described. A full‐scale laboratory specimen was represented by a beam supported by coupled, elastic springs. Empirical ...

Abstract: This paper presents a three-dimensional (3D) numerical model for capturing the time-dependent behavior of layered wood-concrete composite beams with notched shear key interlayer connections, subject to long-term static ...