Modular precast concrete bridges

Technical Guide 11

Concrete Bridge Development Group, 2008
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Document Status

Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

Series

Technical Guide

Abstract

Introduces the development of the system and provides structural details for span and width variations, curvature and skew and covers the construction options for span lifts, incremental launching, self-propelled modular transporters and gantries. It is hoped this construction method will become the preferred choice for medium-span bridges in the UK. Also covers the construction programme and costs.

History

Published for and on behalf of the concrete Bridge Development Group by The Concrete Society. Also known as CCIP-028.

Subjects

  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Transport facilities
  • Bridges
  • Concrete in bridges

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.

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