Volume 12: Load Testing of Bridges: Current Practice and Diagnostic Load Testing |
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Part I Background to Bridge Load Testing |
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Chapter 2 History of Load Testing of Bridges |
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2.2 Bridge load testing in Europe |
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2.3 Bridge load testing in North America |
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2.4 The potential of load testing for the evaluation of existing structures |
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2.5 Summary and conclusions |
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Chapter 3 Current Codes and Guidelines |
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3.2.2 Safety philosophy and target proof load |
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3.3.2 Preparation and application of loading |
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3.3.3 Evaluation of the load test |
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3.4.2 Recommendations for applied loading |
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3.4.3 Evaluation of the load test |
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3.5 Guidelines in the United States |
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3.5.1 Bridges: Manual for Bridge. Rating through Load Testing |
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3.5.1.2 Preparation of load tests |
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3.5.1.3 Execution of load tests |
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3.5.1.4 Determination of the rating factor after a diagnostic load test |
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3.5.1.5 Determination of the rating factor after a proof load test |
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3.5.2.1 ACI 437.1: "Load tests of concrete structures: methods, magnitude, protocols, and acceptance criteria" |
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3.5.2.2 New buildings: ACI 318-14 |
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3.5.2.3 Existing buildings: ACI 437.2M-13 |
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3.6.2 Recommendations for load application |
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3.6.3 Evaluation of the load test |
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3.7 Czech Republic and Slovakia |
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3.7.1 General requirements |
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3.7.2 Acceptance criteria |
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3.8.1 General considerations |
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3.8.2 Loading requirements |
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3.8.3 Stop and acceptance criteria for static load tests |
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3.8.4 Acceptance criteria for dynamic load tests |
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3.10 Current developments |
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Part II Preparation, Execution, and Post-Processing of Load Tests on Bridges |
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Chapter 4 General Considerations |
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4.1 Initial considerations |
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4.1.1 Introductory remarks |
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4.1.2 Load test types and their goals |
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4.1.3 Type of bridge structure or element |
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4.1.4 Structural inspections, background codes, and literature |
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4.2 Types of load tests, and which type of load test to select |
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4.2.1 Diagnostic load tests |
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4.3 When to load test a bridge, and when not to load test |
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4.4 Structure type considerations |
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4.4.2 Reinforced concrete bridges |
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4.4.3 Prestressed concrete bridges |
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4.5 Safety requirements during load testing |
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4.5.1 General considerations |
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4.5.2 Safety of personnel and traveling public |
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4.6 Summary and conclusions |
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Chapter 5 Preparation of Load Tests |
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5.2 Determination of test objectives |
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5.3.2 Limitations of testing site |
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5.4 Preliminary calculations and development of finite element model |
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5.4.1 Development of finite element model |
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5.4.2 Assessment calculations |
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5.4.3 Estimation of bridge behavior during load test |
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5.4.4 Shear capacity considerations |
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5.5 Planning and preparation of load test |
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5.5.2 Personnel requirements |
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5.5.3 Loading requirements |
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5.5.4 Traffic control and safety |
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5.5.5 Measurements and sensor plan |
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5.6 Summary and conclusions |
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Chapter 6 General Considerations for the Execution of Load Tests |
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6.3 Measurement equipment |
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6.3.1 Measurement requirements |
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6.3.2 Data acquisition and visualization equipment |
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6.3.4 Interpretation of measurements during load test |
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6.4 Practical aspects of execution |
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6.5 Summary and conclusions |
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Chapter 7 Post-Processing and Bridge Assessment |
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7.2 Post-processing of measurement data |
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7.2.2 Verification of measurement data |
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7.2.3 Correction for support deformations |
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7.2.4 Correction for influence of temperature and humidity |
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7.2.5 Reporting of measurements |
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7.3 Updating finite element model with measurement data |
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7.5 Formulation of recommendations for maintenance or operation |
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7.6 Recommendations for reporting of load tests |
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7.7 Summary and conclusions |
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Part III Diagnostic Load Testing of Bridges |
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Chapter 8 Methodology for Diagnostic Load Testing |
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8.2 Preparation of diagnostic load tests |
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8.2.1 New bridge diagnostic testing |
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8.2.2 Existing bridge diagnostic testing |
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8.3 Procedures for the execution of diagnostic load testing |
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8.3.2 Monitoring bridge behavior during test |
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8.4 Processing diagnostic load testing results |
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8.4.1 On-site validation and review of test data |
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8.4.2 Processing and reporting test data |
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8.4.3 Verification of structural responses for new bridges |
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8.4.4 Calibration of analytical model for existing bridges |
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8.5 Evaluation of diagnostic load testing results |
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8.5.1 Evaluation of results for new bridges |
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8.5.2 Improved assessment for existing bridges |
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8.6 Summary and conclusions |
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Appendix: Determination of Experimental Rating Factor According to Barker |
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Chapter 9 Example Field Test to Load Rate a Prestressed Concrete Bridge |
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9.2 Sample bridge description |
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9.3 Bridge instrumentation plan |
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9.3.1 Installation of embedded sensors |
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9.3.2 Data acquisition by non-contact and remote equipment |
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9.3.2.1 Automated total station (ATS) |
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9.3.2.2 Remote sensing vibrometer (RSV-150) |
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9.4 Diagnostic load test program |
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9.5.1.1 Vertical deflection |
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9.5.1.2 Lateral distribution factor (deflection measurements) |
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9.5.1.3 Girders' longitudinal strain |
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9.5.1.4 Lateral distribution factor (strain measurements) |
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9.6 Girder distribution factors |
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9.7 Load rating of Bridge A7957 by field load testing |
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Chapter 10 Example Load Test: Diagnostic Testing of a Concrete Bridge with a Large Skew Angle |
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10.2 Characteristics of the bridge tested |
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10.3 Goals of load testing |
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10.4 Preliminary analytical model |
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10.5 Coordination of the load test |
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10.6 Instrumentation plan |
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10.6.1 Sensor types and application methods |
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10.8.1 Load type and magnitude |
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10.8.2 Load configurations and locations |
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10.9 Planning and scheduling |
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10.10 Redundancy and repeatability |
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10.11.1 Preliminary evaluation of results |
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10.11.2 Shear strain influence lines and shear distribution |
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10.11.3 Bending strain influence lines and moment distribution |
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10.11.4 Deck strains under short-term loading |
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10.12 Conclusions and recommendations |
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Chapter 11 Diagnostic Load Testing of Bridges - Background and Examples of Application |
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11.1.3 Planning and execution |
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11.1.4 Results and safety assessment |
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11.2 Examples of diagnostic load testing |
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11.2.1 Static load testing |
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11.2.1.1 The estimation of the elastic and permanent values |
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11.2.1.2 Examples of application to different types of bridges |
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11.2.2 Dynamic load testing |
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11.2.2.1 Extrapolation of values for quasi-static speed |
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11.2.2.2 Extrapolation of values under higher speed |
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11.2.2.3 Examples of dynamic testing |
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11.3 Conclusions and recommendations for practice |
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Chapter 12 Field Testing of Pedestrian Bridges |
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12.1.1 Types of the tests |
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12.1.2 Objectives of the tests |
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12.2 Preparation for testing |
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12.2.1 General guidelines |
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12.2.2 Preliminary inspection of the footbridge before the tests |
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12.2.4 Loading of the bridge |
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12.2.4.2 Free vibration tests |
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12.2.4.3 Forced and ambient vibration tests |
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12.3 Organization of the tests |
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12.3.1 General requirements |
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12.3.2 Measuring techniques and equipment |
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12.3.3 Execution of the tests |
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12.4 Analysis of test results |
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12.4.1 General guidelines |
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12.4.2 Methods for identification of static and dynamic parameters of the bridge |
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12.4.2.1 Methods for identification of static parameters of the bridge |
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12.4.2.2 Methods for identification of dynamic parameters of the bridge |
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12.4.3 Presentation of results |
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12.5 Theoretical modeling of tested bridge |
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12.5.2 Modeling techniques |
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12.5.3 Comparison of experimental and theoretical results |
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12.5.5 Code requirements for serviceability of footbridges |
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12.5.6 Evaluation of footbridge condition based on test results |
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Volume 13: Load Testing of Bridges: Proof Load Testing and the Future of Load Testing |
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Part I Proof Load Testing of Bridges |
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Chapter 1 Methodology for Proof Load Testing |
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1.2 Determination of target proof load |
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1.2.2 AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation method |
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1.3 Procedures for proof load testing |
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1.3.2 Monitoring bridge behavior during the test |
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1.4 Processing of proof load testing results |
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1.4.1 On-site data validation of sensor output |
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1.4.2 Final verification of stop criteria |
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1.5 Bridge assessment based on proof load tests |
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1.6 Summary and conclusions |
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Chapter 2 Load Rating of Prestressed Concrete Bridges without Design Plans by Nondestructive Field Testing |
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2.1.1 Load rating of bridges |
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2.1.2 Load testing of bridges |
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2.2 Inspection and evaluation procedures |
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2.2.1 In-depth inspection and field measurements |
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2.2.3.1 Double T-beam bridges |
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2.2.5 Serviceability ratings using proof test results |
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2.2.6 Strength ratings using load rating software |
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2.3.1 Bridge 8761 (double T-beam) |
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2.3.2 Bridge 8825 (box beam) |
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2.3.3 Bridge 8588 (I-girder) |
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Chapter 3 Example of Proof Load Testing from Europe |
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3.1 Introduction to viaduct Zijlweg |
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3.1.1 Existing bridges in the Netherlands |
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3.1.2.1 General information and history |
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3.1.2.2 Material properties |
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3.1.2.3 Structural system and description of tested span |
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3.2 Preparation of proof load test |
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3.2.1 Preliminary assessment |
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3.2.3 Effect of alkali-silica reaction |
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3.2.3.1 Effect of alkali-silica reaction on capacity |
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3.2.3.2 Load testing of ASR-affected viaducts |
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3.2.3.3 Monitoring results |
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3.2.4 Determination of target proof load and position |
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3.2.4.1 Finite element model |
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3.2.4.2 Resulting target proof load |
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3.2.5 Expected capacity and behavior |
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3.3 Execution of proof load test |
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3.3.2 Measurements and observations |
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3.3.2.1 Load-deflection curves |
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3.3.2.2 Deflection profiles |
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3.3.2.3 Strains and crack width |
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3.3.2.4 Movement in joint |
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3.3.2.5 Influence of temperature |
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3.4 Post-processing and rating |
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Part II Testing of Buildings |
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Chapter 4 Load Testing of Concrete Building Constructions |
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4.1 Historical development of load testing in Europe |
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4.1.2 The role of load testing in the development of reinforced concrete constructions in Europe |
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4.1.3 Development of standards and guidelines |
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4.1.4 Proof load testing overshadowed by structural analysis |
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4.1.5 Further theoretical and practical developments of the recent past |
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4.2 Load testing of existing concrete building constructions |
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4.2.1 Principal safety considerations |
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4.2.2 Load testing in Germany |
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4.2.2.2 Basics and range of application |
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4.2.2.3 Planning of loading tests |
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4.2.2.4 Execution and evaluation |
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4.2.3 Load testing in the United States |
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4.2.4 Load testing in Great Britain |
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4.2.5 Load testing in other countries |
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4.2.6 Comparison and assessment |
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4.4 Practical recommendations |
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4.5 Summary and conclusions |
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Part III Advances in Measurement Techniques for Load Testing |
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Chapter 5 Digital Image and Video-Based Measurements |
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5.2 Digital image correlation (DIC) for deformation measurements |
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5.2.3 Strengths and limitations |
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5.2.4.1 Structural system details and instrumentation |
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5.2.4.3 Load testing sequence |
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5.3 Eulerian virtual visual sensors (VVS) for natural frequency measurements |
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5.3.3 Strengths and limitations |
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5.3.4.2 Identifying bridge natural vibration frequencies with forced vibration test |
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5.4 Recommendations for practice |
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5.4.1 Digital image correlation (DIC) for deformation measurements |
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164 | (1) |
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5.4.2 Eulerian virtual visual sensors (VVS) for natural frequency measurements |
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5.5 Summary and conclusions |
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5.6 Outlook and future trends |
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Chapter 6 Acoustic Emission Measurements for Load Testing |
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6.2 Acoustic emission-based damage identification |
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6.2.2 AE parameters for damage detection |
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6.2.3.1 Intensity analysis |
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6.2.3.3 Peak cumulative signal strength ratio |
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6.2.3.6 Modified index of damage |
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6.3 Source location during load tests |
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6.3.1 Types of source location |
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6.3.2 Zonal and one-dimensional source location |
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6.3.4 3D source location and moment tensor analysis |
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6.3.4.1 3D source location |
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6.3.4.2 Crack classification and moment tensor analysis |
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188 | (4) |
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6.4 Discussion and recommendations for field applications |
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192 | (2) |
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Chapter 7 Fiber Optics for Load Testing |
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7.1.1 Background of fiber optics operation |
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7.1.2 Distributed optical fiber sensors (DOFS) |
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202 | (1) |
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7.1.3 Scattering in optical fibers |
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7.1.4 State of the art of fiber optic sensors in load testing |
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7.1.5 Advantages and disadvantages of fiber optic sensors versus other sensors for load testing |
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7.2 Distributed optical fibers in load testing |
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7.2.2 Experiences in laboratory: validation of the system |
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7.2.2.1 Bending tests of concrete slabs |
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7.2.2.2 Shear tests of partially prestressed concrete beams |
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7.2.3 Application of DOFS in real structures |
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7.2.3.1 San Cugat bridge in Barcelona |
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7.2.3.2 Sarajevo bridge in Barcelona |
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7.2.3.3 Lessons learned from the field tests |
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229 | (1) |
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230 | (1) |
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Chapter 8 Deflection Measurement on Bridges by Radar Techniques |
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8.2 Radar technology and the microwave interferometer |
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8.3 Accuracy and validation of the radar technique |
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244 | (1) |
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8.3.2 Comparison with position transducer data |
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8.4 Static and dynamic tests of a steel-composite bridge |
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8.4.1 Description of the bridge |
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247 | (1) |
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8.4.2 Load test: experimental procedures and radar results |
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247 | (1) |
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8.4.3 Ambient vibration test: experimental procedures and radar results |
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8.5 A challenging application: structural health monitoring of stay cables |
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8.6.1 Advantages and disadvantages of microwave remote sensing of deflections |
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259 | (1) |
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8.6.2 Recommendations for practice |
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259 | (1) |
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8.6.3 Future developments |
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260 | (1) |
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Part IV Load Testing in the Framework of Reliability-Based Decision-Making and Bridge Management Decisions |
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263 | (96) |
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Chapter 9 Reliability-Based Analysis and Life-Cycle Management of Load Tests |
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265 | (32) |
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9.2 Influence of load testing on reliability index |
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266 | (1) |
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9.2.2 Effect of degradation |
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269 | (1) |
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9.2.3 Target reliability index and applied loads |
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271 | (1) |
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9.3 Required target load for updating reliability index |
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272 | (1) |
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9.3.2 Example: viaduct De Beek - information about traffic is not available |
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9.3.2.1 Description of viaduct De Beek |
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9.3.2.2 Determination of required target load |
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9.3.2.3 Discussion of results |
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278 | (1) |
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9.3.3 Example: Halvemaans Bridge - information about traffic is modeled |
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9.3.3.1 Description of Halvemaans Bridge |
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9.3.3.2 Determination of proof load |
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280 | (3) |
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9.4 Systems reliability considerations |
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283 | (3) |
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9.5 Life-cycle cost considerations |
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286 | (5) |
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9.6 Summary and conclusions |
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291 | (1) |
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Chapter 10 Determination of Remaining Service Life of Reinforced Concrete Bridge Structures in Corrosive Environments after Load Testing |
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10.2 Deterioration of RC structures in corrosive environments |
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298 | (1) |
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10.3 Reliability-based approach to structural assessment |
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299 | (1) |
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10.4 Corrosion initiation modeling |
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300 | (1) |
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10.4.1 Carbonation-induced corrosion |
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10.4.2 Chloride-induced corrosion |
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305 | (3) |
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10.5 Corrosion propagation modeling |
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308 | (1) |
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10.5.2 Cracking of concrete cover |
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10.5.2.1 Time to crack initiation |
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310 | (1) |
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10.5.2.2 Time to excessive cracking |
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311 | (1) |
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10.5.3 Effect of corrosion on bond between concrete and reinforcing steel |
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312 | (1) |
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10.5.4 Effect of corrosion on reinforcing steel |
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10.5.4.1 Loss of cross-sectional area due to general corrosion |
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315 | (1) |
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10.5.4.2 Loss of cross-sectional area due to pitting corrosion |
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10.6 Effect of spatial variability on corrosion initiation and propagation |
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318 | (1) |
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10.7 Influence of climate change |
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319 | (3) |
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10.8 Illustrative examples |
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322 | (1) |
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10.8.1 Simple-span RC bridge - case study description |
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322 | (1) |
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10.8.2 Reliability-based assessment of remaining service life of the bridge subject to carbonation |
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323 | (1) |
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10.8.3 Reliability-based assessment of remaining service life of the bridge subject to chloride contamination |
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325 | (1) |
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10.8.4 Concluding remarks |
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327 | (1) |
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328 | (1) |
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Chapter 11 Load Testing as Part of Bridge Management in Sweden |
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333 | (14) |
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333 | (1) |
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11.2.1 Overview of development of recommendations |
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334 | (1) |
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11.2.2 Which aim of load test is provided |
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334 | (1) |
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11.2.3 Development of recommendations |
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335 | (1) |
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11.3.1 Inspection regime of structures |
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335 | (1) |
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11.3.2 Levels of assessment of structures |
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336 | (1) |
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11.3.3 Configuration of the vehicles |
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336 | (1) |
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11.3.4 Development of the traffic |
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336 | (1) |
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11.3.5 Examples of load testing |
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337 | (1) |
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337 | (1) |
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339 | (1) |
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341 | (1) |
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11.4.5 Full-scale failure tests |
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342 | (1) |
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342 | (1) |
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343 | (1) |
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343 | (4) |
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Chapter 12 Load Testing as Part of Bridge Management in the Netherlands |
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347 | (12) |
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347 | (3) |
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12.2 Overview of load tests on existing structures |
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350 | (2) |
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12.3 Inspections and re-examination |
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352 | (3) |
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12.4 Conclusions and outlook |
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355 | (1) |
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356 | (3) |
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Part V Conclusions and Outlook |
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359 | (6) |
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Chapter 13 Conclusions and Outlook |
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361 | (4) |
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13.1 Current body of knowledge on load testing |
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361 | (1) |
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13.2 Current research and open research questions |
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362 | (1) |
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13.3 Conclusions and practical recommendations |
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363 | (2) |
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365 | (2) |
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