Prestressed Concrete Bridges: Design and Construction

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London: ICE Publishing; 2nd Revised edition edition (June 30, 2011), 408 pagesISBN-10: 0727741136ISBN-13: 978-0727741134Prestressed concrete decks are commonly used for bridges with spans between 25m and 450m and provide economic, durable and aesthetic solutions in most situations where bridges are needed. Concrete remains the most common material for bridge construction around the world, and prestressed concrete is frequently the material of choice. Extensively illustrated throughout, this invaluable book brings together all aspects of designing prestressed concrete bridge decks into one comprehensive volume. The book clearly explains the principles behind both the design and construction of prestressed concrete bridges, illustrating the interaction between the two. It covers all the different types of deck arrangement and the construction techniques used, ranging from in-situ slabs and precast beams; segmental construction and launched bridges; and cable-stayed structures. Included throughout the book are many examples of the different types of prestressed concrete decks used, with the design aspects of each discussed along with the general analysis and design process. Detailed descriptions of the prestressing components and systems used are also included. Prestressed Concrete Bridges is an essential reference book for both the experienced engineer and graduate who want to learn more about the subject.ContentsPrestressed concrete in bridgeworksPrestressing components and equipmentDurability and detailingGrouting post-tensioned tendonsPrestress design and applicationDesign of detailsConcept design of prestressed concrete bridgesAnalysis of prestressed concrete bridgesSlab bridgesBeam-and-slab bridgesIn-situ multi-cell box girder decksIn-situ single-cell box girder bridgesPrecast segmental match-cast decksPrecast full-length box girdersIncrementallylaunched box girder bridgesCable-stayed bridgesOther prestressed concrete bridge typesProblems and failuresAppendix A: DefinitionsAppendix B: Symbols and notation usedAppendix C: Bibliography, further reading and useful referencesAppendix D: Proprietary systems.