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http://onlinepubs.trb.org...trr/1988/1191/1191-009.pdf

https://scholar.google.co...mmer&publication_year=1988

The results of a structural analysis of elliptical-shaped precast concrete arch structures and circular-shaped arches being considered by the Minnesota Department of Transportation are summarized in this paper. These arch structures were analyzed to compare the effect of geometry on structural performance. They were analyzed using the finite element method by placing identical load conditions on each arch. Half of each arch was modeled, based on symmetry, with no rotation allowed at the arch crown. The effects of cracking, critical stresses, and displacements were tabulated. Temperature stresses and shrinkage of the concrete were also introduced into the shape comparisons. Conclusions are included which indicate the optimum geometric shape and considerations for further analysis of different loading combinations.

This paper appears in Transportation Research Record No. 1191, Culverts and Tiebacks. Distribution, posting, or copying of this PDF is strictly prohibited without written permission of the Transportation Research Board of the National Academy of Sciences. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials in this PDF are copyrighted by the National Academy of Sciences. Copyright © National Academy of Sciences. All rights reserved

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FitzSimons, Neal

p. 81-91

1988

Transportation Research Record

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Arches; Concrete; Cracking; Dislocation (Geology); Finite element method; Geometry; Optimization; Performance; Precast concrete; Shape; Shrinkage; Stresses; Structural analysis; Temperature

Bridges and other structures; Highways; I20: Design and Planning of Transport Infrastructure

TRIS, TRB

Dec 31 1989 12:00AM

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