Available Accelerated Bridge Construction Options for Short Span Bridges / Armin Mehrabi, Ana Torrealba, and Mohammad Abedin.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Mehrabi, Armin, author.

Torrealba, Ana, author.

Abedin, Mohammad, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Bridges--Design and construction.

Bridges.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (318 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Newcastle upon Tyne, England : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, [2024]

Summary:

By employing prefabricated bridge elements and systems, Accelerated Bridge Construction reduces on-site construction time and traffic disruptions, and enhances long-term performance. ABC is particularly advantageous for short-span bridges that are well-suited to standardized prefabrication. In such cases, the entire superstructure and substructure can often be constructed using prefabricated deck elements, modular decks, or systems that span the full bridge width. The construction methods can range from traditional crane installations to Self-Propelled Modular Transport units or slide-in techniques for moving the entire superstructures. This book introduces the concept of ABC and examines its application in the context of short-span bridge construction. It categorizes and details short-span bridges based on various criteria and evaluates the performance of the existing bridges. Decision-making processes regarding the adoption of ABC, choice of elements, systems, and construction methods are also discussed. Additionally, the book covers the inspection of short-span bridges and includes a design example.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

List of Figures

List of Tables

Chapter 1

Abstract

Background

Objectives of the Book

ABC - Definitions and Descriptions

Short Span Classification

Outline of the book

Chapter 2

Prefabricated Bridge Elements and Systems (PBES) for Conventional Bridges

Buried Bridges (20 ft.&lt

Span &lt

70ft)

Culverts (Span&lt

20ft)

Foundation

FDOT Review of Superstructure Types Appropriate for Short-Span Bridges

Chapter 3

Joints and Connections

Chapter 4

Construction Methods

Chapter 5

Inspection of ABC bridges

Inspection Equipment

Bridge Inspection Forms

Non-Destructive Testing

Other Methods

Evaluation of Substructure for Reuse

Performance of ABC Technologies to Date

Chapter 6

Decision Making for a New Bridge Construction

Decision Making Tools Developed by Different State DOTs

Major Parameters Affecting the Selection of ABC bridge Elements and Systems in General

Determination of Appropriate ABC Methods and Type of Superstructure

Available Selection Methods and Design Considerations for Substructure

Life Cycle Cost Analysis as a Tool for Decision Making

Decision Making for Replacement, Reuse, or Retrofitting/Strengthening of Existing Foundations and Substructures

How to Use the Decision-Making Guide Provided in This Chapter?

Chapter 7

Introduction

Bridge Description

Bridge System Selection

Bridge Design Procedure for ABC

References.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN:

1-03-640197-9