An Introduction to Bridge Load Rating Procedures
Author | : J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. |
Publisher | : Guyer Partners |
Total Pages | : 27 |
Release | : 2020-08-22 |
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ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and others interested in bridge load rating procedures. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION 2. PURPOSE 3. LOAD RATING REQUIREMENTS 4. QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 5. QUALITY CONTROL AND QUALITY ASSURANCE 6. BRIDGE LOAD RATING PROCEDURE 7. DATA COLLECTION 8. MATERIAL PROPERTIES 9. LOAD EFFECTS—VEHICULAR BRIDGES 10. LOAD EFFECTS—PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES 11. COMPONENT CAPACITY 12. LOAD RATING 13. LOAD POSTING 14. MATERIAL STRENGTH TESTING 15. RATINGS FROM NONDESTRUCTIVE LOAD TESTING 16. ASSIGNED LOAD RATINGS 17. LOAD RATINGS BASED ON FIELD EVALUATION AND ENGINEERING JUDGMENT 18. LOAD RATING DOCUMENTATION.