EXAMPLE 7: STRUT-AND-TIE MODEL CABLE STAYED BRIDGE PIER TABLE. IN: EXAMPLES FOR THE DESIGN OF STRUCTURAL CONCRETE WITH STRUT-AND-TIE MODELS

Strut-and-tie models make the design of portions of complex structures transparent. In this paper, a pier table from a cable stayed bridge is developed as an example of how strut-and-tie modeling can be used for an area that may be exposed to cyclic loading, showing how the results from alternate loads may be superimposed on to one another. The pier table transmits forces from the pylon, through an integral superstructure connection, to individual support legs. The pier table also creates an area for the transmission of superstructure forces. The model development is briefly described based upon the perceived flow of forces within the structure. The tie reinforcement is then detailed and the nodal zones are checked.

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  American Concrete Institute (ACI)

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• Authors:
  • Anderson, R B
• Conference:
  • ACI Fall Convention
  • Location: Phoenix, Arizona
  • Date: 2002-10-27 to 2002-11-1
• Publication Date: 2002

Language

• English

Media Info

• Features: Figures; Tables;
• Pagination: p. 185-194

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Bridge design; Bridge superstructures; Cable stayed bridges; Design standards; Material reinforcement; Piers (Supports); Structural design; Structural engineering; Structural models; Structural supports; Strut and tie method
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Design; Highways; I24: Design of Bridges and Retaining Walls;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00961726
• Record Type: Publication
• ISBN: 0870310860
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Aug 25 2003 12:00AM