Mar 9, 2014
This study introduces an efficient procedure to estimate the structural response of a suspension bridge in real time based on a limited set of measured data. Unlike conventional techniques, the proposed procedure does not employ mode shapes and frequencies. In this...
Mar 1, 2014
This peer-reviewed article presents an investigation conducted to determine the behavior of bridge column reinforcing bar cages subjected to lateral loads. Two full-scale cages were tested until failure to determine the response to lateral displacement and identify...
Jan 1, 2014
Carquinez Bridge Structural Health Monitoring Model-based data analysis and health monitoring of a long-span suspension bridge PROJECT TYPE Structural Health Monitoring LOCATION Vallejo, CA OWNER Caltrans The Carquinez Bridge (Alfred Zampa...
Sep 6, 2013
The SR520 North West Approach replacement project will consist of 40 spans of isolated, elevated roadway. The design includes approximately 100 triple friction pendulum isolator bearings atop columns supporting the superstructure. A detailed ADINA model was generated,...
May 20, 2013
Three important challenges in the finite element modeling and seismic analysis of a suspension bridge are addressed in this paper. Firstly, since suspension bridges are highly nonlinear geometrically, the construction sequence should be simulated to accurately...
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