BEHAVIOR OF ELASTOMERIC BRIDGE BEARINGS: COMPUTATIONAL RESULTS
A p-version, two-dimensional (2D) finite-element model incorporating both material and geometric nonlinearities and a consistent frictional contact algorithm is utilized to analyze elastomeric bridge bearings. Stresses and strains are examined and factors affecting them are discussed. In particular, tapered bearings, used to support inclined girders, are analyzed. The shear stiffness of both flat and tapered pads is investigated. It is shown that deforming a tapered pad vertically results in a horizontal reaction that should be considered for proper bearing design. Comparisons with some recent experimental findings are shown.
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Corporate Authors:
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Authors:
- Hamzeh, O N
- Tassoulas, J L
- Becker, E B
- Publication Date: 1998-8
Language
- English
Media Info
- Features: Figures; References;
- Pagination: p. 140-146
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Serial:
- Journal of Bridge Engineering
- Volume: 3
- Issue Number: 3
- Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
- ISSN: 1084-0702
- Serial URL: http://ojps.aip.org/beo
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Algorithms; Bridge bearing pads; Bridge bearings; Finite element method; Friction; Girders
- Old TRIS Terms: Frictional properties; Pads
- Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Design; Highways; I24: Design of Bridges and Retaining Walls;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00751501
- Record Type: Publication
- Files: TRIS
- Created Date: Jul 29 1998 12:00AM