Analysis and Prevention of Component and Equipment Failures
Failures of Bridge Components
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Published:2021
Abstract
This article provides the framework for the investigation of bridge failures. It explains the types of bridge loading and presents the regulatory provisions for bridges. Some bridge failures in the U.S. that resulted in significant changes in bridge manufacturing, design, regulation, and/or maintenance are also discussed. In addition, the article provides information on traffic damage and fatigue cracking that result in bridge failures. The need for steels with better fracture toughness in bridge design is also discussed.
Joe Epperson, Roch J. Shipley, Failures of Bridge Components, Analysis and Prevention of Component and Equipment Failures, Vol 11A, ASM Handbook, Edited By Brett A. Miller, Roch J. Shipley, Ronald J. Parrington, Daniel P. Dennies, ASM International, 2021, p 557–564, https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.hb.v11A.a0006833
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