Abstract: Hangers are primary load-carrying members in suspension bridges, connecting the girder to the main cable, and in case of fire accident, the bridge safety may be affected due to the deteriorated performance of hangers. In ...

Abstract: Fire is an accidental, severe hazard for bridges during their lifetime. Hangers in suspension bridges are among the most vulnerable components with respect to the hanger fatigue effect, and fatigue performance after fire ...

Abstract: Pin joints are widely used connections for hanger assembly in suspension bridges. Significant rotary motions have been observed between pin rods and the connected members for long-span bridges subjected to traffic and ...