Effects of thermal loads on Texas steel bridges

The effects of thermal loads on steel bridges are not well understood. Although thermal effects are discussed in the AASHTO specifications, the appropriateness of the recommended thermal gradients is questionable. Thermal effects on the bridges can impact the design of the steel superstructure, the...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Chen, Quan, 1977-
Format: Others
Language:English
Published: 2012
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2152/17802