Document Status
Current
Supplement
Civil & Structural Supplement
Series
Technical Paper
Abstract
Presents a literature review. Considers the design procedures developed at Queen’s University of Belfast and the University of Canterbury in New Zealand in detail, together with a typical example of the Queen’s University procedure for predicting the strength of laterally restrained slabs. Explores how the inherent strength of bridge deck slabs, attributed to compressive membrane action, means that lower quantities of reinforcement are necessary: it is possible to produce slabs that are more economical and durable.
History
Produced by Queen's University, Belfast.
Subjects
- Concrete in bridges
- Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
- Transport facilities
- Bridges
- Bridge decks
Publisher History
The Concrete Bridge Development Group is an association of member companies and organisations, dedicated to the task of improving efficiency of the design, construction and maintenance of concrete bridges. They publish a range of technical guides, papers and current practice sheets based on research and group activities.