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Expert Tip: Determining Concurrent Live Load for Strut and Tie Models

Concrete, Live Load Analysis, Substructure, Moving load analysis, Michael Baker, Blog, Bridge, Modeling Technique, Irregular Geometry, Girder, boundary conditions, Finite Element Analysis, bridge analysis, Strut-and-Tie, PierCapDesign, girder bridge, Moving Load Tracer, Concurrent Live Load, Lever Rule, Tip

In the article "strut-and-tie modeling for pier caps", we have discussed the definition of strut-and-tie analysis and how to construct a strut-and-tie model using the example of pier cap. After creating the geometry of a strut-and-tie model...

Expert Tips: Strut-and-Tie Modeling for Pier Caps

Concrete, Substructure, Moving load analysis, Michael Baker, Bridge, Modeling Technique, Girder, Truss, boundary conditions, Finite Element Analysis, bridge analysis, All Frame, Design, Strut-and-Tie, PierCapDesign, Efficient design, steel reinforcement, girder bridge

What is Strut-and-Tie Analysis? What are "Struts" and "Ties" in Strut-and-Tie Analysis? Strut-and-tie analysis visualizes the flow of forces...

Webinar: Pier Cap Design Utilizing the Strut-and-Tie Provisions of AASHTO LRFD and MIDAS Civil Software

Michael Baker, Webinar, Strut-and-Tie, PierCapDesign

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