Strengthening Technology and Cases of Old Highway Bridges

Author: Chen Runshui
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: This book combines practical experiences in the reinforcement and reconstruction of old bridges to concisely discuss bridge inspection techniques and the principles of evaluating old bridges. It also elaborates on various reinforcement techniques for old bridges, such as:
- Increasing section and reinforcement method
- Anchored shotcrete method
- Bonded steel (reinforced) plate method
- External prestressing method
- Encased concrete method
- Changing the structural load-bearing system method
- Carbon fiber cloth method
- Arch ring encircling method
- Chemical grouting method
- Deck strengthening method
Additionally, it covers reinforcement techniques for substructure. At the end of the book, there are historical evolution data on bridge loads, steel, and concrete strength, which can be referenced for use.