Abstract: The base metal at a stop-hole edge will be in out-of-plane torsion under bending loads to resist bolt tightening and weaken the reinforcement effect. By carrying out numerical simulation and fatigue tests, the effect of ...

Abstract: A finite element model of steel box girder with angle steel and round pipe braced trusses, which matched the construction details of the Sutong Yangtze River Bridge, was created to investigate the causes of cracks in braced ...

Abstract: Specimens of rib-to-deck welds and diaphragm-to-rib welds in steel bridge decks were tested to crack under cyclic load. The cracks were repaired by rewelding. After the rewelding, other treatments were considered, including ...

Abstract: Cable replacement is one of the key technologies used in the successful operation and maintenance of cable-stayed bridges. Removing cables causes structural variations. Selecting a replacement method affects bridge safety ...

Abstract: Asymmetric scallop cutouts on the sides of a U-rib caused by diaphragm splicing deviation were detected in a bridge. To study the possible effect of this phenomenon on fatigue performance, the stresses of the asymmetric ...