An Introduction To Bridge Substructure And Superstructure Inspection

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers nd bridge inspectors interested in inspection of bridge substructure and superstructure. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. ABUTMENTS, 3. RETAINING WALLS, 4. PIERS AND BENTS, 5. PILE BENTS, 6. DOLPHINS AND FENDERS, 7. CONCRETE BEAMS AND GIRDERS, 8. STEEL BEAMS AND GIRDERS, 9. PIN AND HANGER CONNECTIONS, 10. FLOOR SYSTEMS, 11. DIAPHRAGMS AND CROSS FRAMES, 12. TRUSSES, 13. LATERAL BRACING PORTALS AND SWAY FRAMES, 14. TIED ARCHES, 15. METAL BEARINGS, 16. ELASTOMERIC BEARINGS, 17. DECKS, 18. EXPANSION JOINTS, 19. RAILINGS, SIDEWALKS, AND CURBS, 20. APPROACHES, 21. BRIDGE DRAINAGE.

Introductory technical guidance for civil, structural and bridge engineers interested in bridge maintenance inspection and repair methods, materials and techniques. Here is what is discussed: 1. BRIDGE ELEMENTS 2. SUBSTRUCTURE AND SUPERSTRUCTURE INSPECTION 3. CONCRETE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 4. STEEL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR.

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers, construction managers and maintenance personnel interested in inspection and repair of concrete and steel bridges. Here is what is discussed: 1. BRIDGE ELEMENTS, 2. SUBSTRUCTURE AND SUPERSTRUCTURE INSPECTION, 3. CONCRETE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR, 4. STEEL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR.

More than a third of America's bridges are considered substandard--either structurally deficient, functionally obsolete or both. Offers first-rate, practical guidance regarding the inspection and rehabilitation of aging bridge infrastructure including all elements involving structure, various materials and design types. Features seismic retrofit and coverage of environmental issues. Each chapter is written by an authority on the subject. Contains top-quality, detailed line illustrations plus photographs of actual rehab projects.

Introductory technical guidance for construction managers interested in inspection of bridges. Here is what is discussed: 1. INSPECTION TYPES AND INTERVALS, 2. INSPECTION PROCEDURES.

"Second Edition examines in detail the process of evaluating bridge conditions and offers a thorough study of bridge types - their origins, elements, and failures. Bridge Maintenance Inspection and Evaluation, Second Edition presents new and expanded information on condition ratings, capacity evaluations, load factor analysis, and the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) suggested guidelines. "