In-Service Performance Evaluation and Monitoring of a Hybrid Composite Beam Bridge System
The Virginia Department of Transportation has released a report that evaluates hybrid composite beams (HCB) for use in a skewed bridge project. The researchers examine the system behavior including how the loads are transmitted, both at the system and element levels, and also provide recommendations on how the structure might be inspected and evaluated in the future to ensure the beams are in sound condition, despite the inability to inspect visually the crucial load carrying components encased in a fiberglass shell.
This Summary Last Modified On: 10/20/2017